If you feel like you’re always decluttering but things keep filling back up again, this episode will show you why.

Because clutter doesn’t actually start in the drawer—it starts with what’s coming into your home.

As I’ve been working through my own 30-day decluttering journey, I’ve been noticing a few common patterns that quietly lead to overconsumption and more to manage than we actually have the space or capacity for.

In this episode, we’re shifting the focus from what to get rid of to what keeps coming in.

And one simple question that can change everything:

“What is this going to cost me to manage?”

IN THIS EPISODE:

•  Why decluttering alone doesn’t solve the problem long-term 
•  The “it’s only a few dollars” trap 
•  The duplicate trap and how buying in bulk creates more to manage 
•  The “someday” trap—buying for a version of life that doesn’t match your reality 
•  How overconsumption leads to decision fatigue and mental clutter 
•  A simple shift to help you become more intentional with what you bring in 
•  How this connects to your values and being more mindful of waste over time 

A QUESTION TO TAKE WITH YOU:

Before you add something to your cart, try asking:

“What is this going to cost me to manage?”

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This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

You know those little things you keep meaning to get to?

The drawer.
The pile.
The basket.
The closet.

The spaces that do not seem like a huge deal, but quietly sit in the back of your mind all week long.

This episode explores how small unfinished tasks can end up taking way more time, energy, and mental space than they should — and how they often follow us straight into the weekend.

It gets into the hidden weight of “I’ll get to it later,” what it looks like when a home feels calm on the surface but has clutter hiding in the drawers and closets, and why so many of those little spaces feel bigger than they really are.

It also looks at what can shift when those spaces are approached one at a time, with a clear filter for how each space is meant to feel and what it is meant to support.

A simple makeup drawer reset becomes a bigger conversation about guilt, wasted money, half-decisions, and the power of choosing simplicity on purpose.

Because this is not just about getting a drawer cleaned out.

It is about making space for what matters most — and not letting the small stuff steal your weekends.

• why unfinished tasks feel heavier the longer they sit
• how clutter can look “fine” on the outside but still create mental noise
• why so many small spaces get pushed to the weekend
• the surprising power of 5–15 minute resets
• how guilt and “just in case” thinking show up in decluttering
• using a values-based filter to decide what stays
• making more room for peace, presence, and connection

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

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• Instagram: https://instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie
• Email: [email protected]

Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

If routines keep falling apart, it might not be you.

In this episode, we talk about why rhythms can be more supportive than routines — especially when life is busy, unpredictable, and far from perfect.

Because the goal isn’t to follow a perfect plan.
It’s to create something you can actually return to.

We talk about the difference between routines, rhythms, and rituals, why small repeatable actions build more momentum than all-or-nothing overhauls, and how rhythms can help create more flexibility, less pressure, and more space for what actually matters!

We also get into the rhythms that shaped me growing up, the ones I now protect in my own life and family, and how even small resets — in your home, your inbox, or your mind — can make a real difference.

In the spirit of spring, this episode also introduces a simple 30-day challenge: choose one small nagging space a day, reset it, and build momentum one step at a time.

In this episode:

•  why routines can feel rigid in real life 
•  the difference between routines, rhythms, and rituals 
•  how rhythms help build momentum 
•  real-life examples of rhythms at home and in everyday life 
•  simple ideas for resetting physical and mental clutter 
•  a 30-day spring decluttering challenge to join

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

Connect with Jackie:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie
• Email: [email protected]

Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

Feeling rushed even when nothing is technically wrong?

In this episode, we’re talking about the kind of clutter that shows up in the pace of your life — a full schedule, too many tabs open, and the feeling of moving so fast that you miss what’s happening right in front of you.

Jackie shares a simple story from a walk that became a reminder to slow down, notice the pace of everyday life, and make more space for what actually fits in this season.

If you’ve been feeling scattered, stretched thin, or like your week moves so fast that everything starts piling up by the weekend, this conversation will probably feel very familiar.

If you want help putting this into action, the One Space Reset Kit is a great next step. It’s a short guided reset to help you clear one space at a time and create momentum without turning it into a huge project.

One Space Reset Kit: HERE!

Key Reminder

Clutter is rarely just physical.

What’s piling up in your home may also be connected to what’s piling up in your mind, your calendar, and the pace of your week.

You do not need a giant overhaul.

You just need a place to begin.

Links & Resources

One Space Reset Kit:
https://making-the-space.kit.com/products/the-one-space-reset

Follow Jackie on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie

Email Jackie:
[email protected]

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

Connect with Jackie:

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Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

Feeling overwhelmed even when nothing looks completely out of control?

In this episode, we’re talking about the clutter you can’t always see — the open tabs, unfinished tasks, reminders, and little mental loops quietly pulling at your attention all day long.

If you’ve ever had one of those days where it’s not one big thing, just too many little things all at once, this conversation will feel very familiar!

If you want help putting this into action, the One Space Reset Kit is a great next step. It’s a short guided reset to help you clear one space at a time and create momentum without feeling like you have to tackle everything at once.

One Space Reset Kit: HERE!

In This Episode

• Why “open tabs” are a real form of clutter
• How unfinished tasks quietly drain attention and energy
• Why small things start to feel overwhelming when they pile up
• How a simple brain dump can help clear mental space
• Why you don’t need to clear everything to start feeling better
• How closing one loop can create real momentum

Key Reminder

You don’t have to close every tab.

You don’t have to clear everything.

Just notice what’s been quietly taking up space — and start with one simple thing.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

Connect with Jackie:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie
• Email: [email protected]

Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

Guests coming over and you suddenly want to clean top to bottom? In this episode of Making the Space Monday, I share my micro reset that makes your home feel guest-ready fast without the all-day panic clean!

You’ll learn:

• How to stop the “I need to clean everything” pressure
• The simple micro reset approach to shift the mood quickly
• How decluttering makes it easier to reset without burning out
• A quick way to spot your biggest clutter hotspot

Take the Clutter Quiz to find where you should declutter first (linked below ).

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

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• Instagram: https://instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie
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Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

Grab your FREE One Space Reset Kit here!

You can declutter a drawer… and still feel overwhelmed.

You can organize your home beautifully… and still feel like something is off.

In this first episode of Making the Space Monday, I’m sharing the moment I realized decluttering alone wasn’t solving the real problem — even when my home looked “perfect.”

Because clutter isn’t just about stuff.

Sometimes it’s about pace.
Sometimes it’s about boundaries.
Sometimes it’s about outgrowing a version of your life that once fit beautifully.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

 • Why decluttering isn’t working (even when you’re doing it “right”)
 • The hidden disconnect between your space and your life
 • How clutter can signal misalignment ... not laziness
 • What it really means to make space for what matters

If you’re a capable, high-functioning woman who feels overwhelmed at home, in your schedule, or in your head, this episode will help you look at decluttering differently — not just as physical organization, but as a way to realign your life.

Decluttering isn’t about becoming minimal.

It’s about creating room — in your home, your head, and your life — for what matters most in this season.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

Connect with Jackie:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie
• Email: [email protected]

Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.

Start here.

In this short trailer, I share what Making the Space Monday is about, who it’s for, and how we’ll begin decluttering what’s taking up space in your home, your head, and your life.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, constantly managing everything, and wondering why you never feel caught up — you’re not alone. This podcast is for you.

Each week, you’ll walk away with one practical shift to help you feel lighter, clearer, and more aligned.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow the show so you don't miss your Monday reset.

Connect with Jackie:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/makingthespacewithjackie
• Email: [email protected]

Affiliate Disclosure: This episode contains an affiliate link for the Brick. If you purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only share products I personally use and love. BRICK LINK

This podcast is for educational and coaching purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy, medical, or mental health care. If you're needing mental health support, please reach out to a licensed provider in your area.

© 2026 Making the Space, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission.