Overwhelmed to Organized-Helping moms go from chaos to clarity with simple systems, paper planners.

Have you ever wanted to make a checklist before you start packing? In this episode, I'm walking you through my Pomalo Pre-Trip Checklist—the intentional, mindful steps I take before I ever pack a single thing. Here's what you will hear in this episode: a review of a planner I love to use to jot down all my reservations, intentions, and must-see experiences. Plus, my top 10 list of things to do before the packing begins. How I use my Canadian brand Letts https://ca.lettsoflondon.com/ of London travel journal.

In this episode, learn how to create your own Yes and No list. How setting boundaries can help you create peace, how to use your planner to map out what's important to you and finally how to decide what’s making your list and what has to go.

In this episode of Overwhelmed to Organized, we dive into the mental load that many of us carry during May, especially as we balance family responsibilities, work, and extra commitments. I’ll share how to recognize when the mental load is too much, and how we can set boundaries, prioritize self-care, and organize our time to keep our minds clear. Plus, I’ll share practical tips for managing the chaos without losing our sense of calm.

Tune in to learn how to navigate the busy month of May with intention and grace, so you can focus on what truly matters.

May madness- if May feels like December, you will want to tune into this episode as I dive into planning for the hectic month.  How to use my MAP method to plan and move through this wild month of scheduling important events like graduations, recitals, baby showers, Mother's Day, and planning your summer vacations.

In this episode, I’m taking you back — back to the days when I was a young mom, navigating chaos with a pen in my hand and a journal by my side. Long before I ever heard the word Pomalo, I was unknowingly writing my way into a slower, more intentional life.

Through late-night scribbles, grocery lists with margins full of thoughts, and quiet moments of reflection, journaling became my lifeline — the place where I processed overwhelm, reconnected with myself, and found peace in the everyday.

When I finally travelled to Croatia, the word Pomalo gave a name to what I had been yearning for: a way to live with intention, not urgency.

In this episode, I share:

• How journaling helped me survive and thrive in a hustle-driven world

• Why you don’t need a passport to live Pomalo — just a pen and a few honest minutes

• And how small shifts in your writing practice can help you go from overwhelmed to organized

This is a story about more than paper and ink — it’s about reclaiming your pace, your presence, and your peace.

In her first episode, Mary Ann explains how she almost didn't pursue her big dream. How her excuses kept her back; until she realized how her MAP method would help her move forward. In this episode, Mary Ann Pomalo Pick of the week is Simplified planner by https://www.emilyley.com/

Welcome to Overwhelmed to Organized, the podcast for moms who are tired of feeling stretched thin and ready to simplify, plan with purpose.

In this trailer, you’ll get a sneak peek at what’s coming: real talk about burnout prevention, paper planners, calm routines, and how to create a life that feels a little lighter.

If you’re craving more clarity and less chaos, you’re in the right place. Let’s turn the overwhelm into a plan that works for you.