In this solo episode of Unpacking with Jennifer Satel, Jennifer reflects on the start of a new year with personal stories, parenting moments, and real-life lessons from her work as a professional organizer.

She shares the hilarious and exhausting reality of finally giving in to Elf on the Shelf, a special Rams Junior Cheer experience with Charlotte, and why sometimes staying home on New Year’s Eve is exactly what you need. From mozzarella sticks at Grandma’s house to late-night elf emergencies, Jennifer leans into the chaos of real family life.

Jennifer also dives deep into the emotional side of organizing, including generational clutter, hoarding tendencies, and how habits are passed down to our kids. Through recent client stories, she explains why organization isn’t about perfection, why closed doors don’t solve the problem, and how creating systems can ease anxiety and break long-standing cycles.

This episode is a reminder that organizing isn’t just about stuff — it’s about comfort, trust, habits, and making life easier one decision at a time.

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