This Organized Life: Decluttering Tips for Moms, Entrepreneurs and Professional Organizers

Joining me today is renowned cardiac anesthesiologist, gender-equity expert, and TedX Speaker Dr. Sasha Shillcutt. As if that’s not enough of a resume, Sasha is also the CEO of Brave Enough, where she leads over 20,000 women on living connected and courageous lives. Sasha spent 2020 coaching women through the unwanted but very real emotions of the global pandemic. Whether talking with physicians and teachers on the front line to executives and furloughed employees faced with losing their careers she has found the same common threads. During our conversation we talked about everything from motherhood to careers, and the fear of failure. Sasha opens up about one of the biggest failures of her life, and how it’s helped to shape who she is today. We also talk about her new book, Between Grit & Grace, and her podcast called Brave Enough.
One more thing, If you haven’t already heard, The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now. It’s a self-paced digital course connecting the dots between Enneagram Types and the different types of Clutter. For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners: Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. 
Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. 
Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. 
Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order! 

xo - Laurie 
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Links Mentioned in this Episode
BOOK: BETWEEN GRIT & GRACE | TEDX TALK
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Hi Friends! I am super excited to share todays guest with you.  Joining me is Cara Harvey, host of the popular podcast A Purpose Driven Mom, and successful business owner where she helps women in the areas of finances, schedules, health, and most of all themselves! Cara has built an incredible community with thousands of women who come from different ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, who learn from and support one another. 
But it wasn’t always this way. I invited Cara to join me today to share her personal story which includes being on food stamps as she and her husband struggled to make ends meet, while both working multiple jobs and raising 3 small children. 
Cara talks about how she navigated life during that rough season, how she started her business and why she believes that we all have purpose, even if we have lost our way.
During our conversation, we talk about

the most common struggle she hears from women
The power of permission
Goal Chasing
The importance of a time inventory and “thought catchers”

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed or lost in your life, career or marriage, or looking for some extra encouragement to take a leap of faith, this episode is for you!
Bonus Alert: Cara is hosting an upcoming {virtual} summit at the end of March which is filled with amazing speakers and covering a wide range of topics (yours truly is one of the speakers!)  Click HERE to register for free with my affiliate link.
P.S. It’s finally here–drumroll please! The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available now!
For a limited time, I am offering a special promo for all of my TOL listeners:
Enter promo code TOL30 at checkout to receive 30% off the course price. (offer not to be combined with other promotions) 
VISIT: https://simplyborganized.com/enneagram-clutter-course/
Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. 
Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. 
Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
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Links Mentioned in this Episode
FREE TRELLO CHECKLIST
Cara’s Book Recommendations
THE COMPOUND EFFECT
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Hi Friends! Today I am joined by Mary Davis, founder of In Good Order, and our SBO Partner in Richmond, Virginia (if you’re in the Richmond area and looking for a professional organizer, give her a call!)
On a personal level, Mary is married to her husband and together they have two boys ages 9 &12. During our conversation Mary shares her own organizing journey as a self-described “reformed packrat” whose organizing career started to form when her Dad died unexpectedly and she was left to navigate over 5000 square feet of STUFF.
I invited Mary to join me on This ORGANIZED Life to talk about Donation Etiquette…WHAT to donate, What NOT to donate, and WHEN to donate.
We break it down into several categories including:

Clothing
Small Household Appliances
Furniture
Linens/Towels/Bedding
Books
Building Supplies
Electronics

This episode was filled with so much useful information and resources on what and where to donate.  Make sure to check out the links below to access Mary’s donation guide and other information discussed in the show.
Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. 
Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. 
Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!

XOXO- Laurie
P.S. It’s finally here–drumroll please! The Enneagram & Clutter Course is available for pre-sale! Click HERE to learn more.
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Links Mentioned in this Episode
DONATION RESOURCE GUIDE | GIVE BACK BOX | ZAPPOS FOR GOOD
Mary’s Book Recommendations
YOU ARE A BADASS | THE ART OF TIDYING UP
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Hi Friends! Joining me today is Cherylanne Skolnicki, host of the top-rated Brilliant Balance podcast, speaker and coach. Cherylanne’s advice has been featured in The Huffington Post, Forbes, and Women’s Day. She appears on TV news shows as an expert on work life balance, productivity, and purpose. On a personal note, Cherylanne lives in Cincinnati with her husband John and their three children. 
I invited Cherylanne to come on our show to talk about the notion of “Balance.”  Is it a unicorn? Or something truly attainable? 
During our conversation we talk about:

How Health & Wellness, Career, Relationships and Organization are the most common areas of stress, especially among women. 
Why it’s important to “press pause” and reset when things are feeling out of control.
How creating systems has helped Cherylanne in both her personal and professional life. 

We also talk about the Enneagram (of course!) and how her Enneagram type has played a role in her relationship with clutter and organization.
This was a super fun conversation filled with nuggets of wisdom and practical advice.
Make sure to check out the links in the show notes for everything mentioned during the episode or to connect with Cherylanne.
Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. 
Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. 
Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
XOXO-
Laurie

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Links Mentioned in this Episode
THE RHYTHM OF LIFE | ESSENTIALISM | GIFTS OF IMPERFECTION | PLAYING BIG
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Hi Friends! Joining me today is Autumn McKay, created of the Best Mom Ideas Blog -an online community for moms (or dads!) that provides support, encouragement, and practical resources for parents with littles. 
During our conversation we talk about real-life struggles parents are facing during the pandemic. From virtual learning to limiting screen time and knowing when everyone needs a time-out (including you!)
As a former educator, and mom of 3, Autumn speaks candidly about her own parenting struggles and how she navigated through it. 

Autumn shares why boredom is good for our kids
How she encourages kids to read
What organization looks like in her house (and what responsibilities her kids have)

Make sure you listen until the end of the show where Autumn shares a special free gift for all TOL listeners! 
I’ve said it before, and I will say it again, hats off to anyone parenting little ones during a pandemic. I thank Jesus every day that He spared my kids from having to be educated by me for even a minute.  You guys are all rock stars!
xo-
Laurie
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Links Mentioned in this Episode
YEAR OF YES  |  ULTIMATE MOM-SAVER ACTIVITY BUNDLE
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Hi Friends! I was introduced to today’s guest, Franziska Iseli, after reading her book, The Courage Map. The book chronicles her personal journal of traveling from Switzerland to Kazakhstan on a motorbike with nothing but a backpack and a notebook.
Franziska is one of the most interesting guests I have had on the show. She is an adventure-seeking Swiss-Aussie who has authored 3 Best Selling books, in addition to being a social entrepreneur who is passionate  about ocean conservation.
She has been featured across major media platforms including  INC, Forbes, Business Insider, Marie-Claire, and Cosmopolitan, but  I invited her to join me on TOL to talk about the experiences  and lessons learned from writing The Courage Map.
During our conversation we talked about

What prompted her to set off on a multi-country bike adventure
Lessons that she learned on her trip including: truth, intentions, trust, and love
Why it’s easy for her to let go of material things (you have to listen to her story about giving her jacket to a complete stranger!)

Courage is a big word that conjures up lots of images. 
At one point or another, we all seek to find courage, whether in our personal or professional lives. This episode challenged me to think differently about coming out of my comfort zone, and reinforced my belief that living simply and working smart can open your world up to the most incredible possibilities.
Make sure to check out the links below to reference all things we talked about during our conversation.
XOXO-
Laurie

Connect with Franziska
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FranziskaIseli.com | BasicBananas.com | Oceanlovers.com | TheBusinessHood.com
Links Mentioned in this Episode
The Courage Map | The Alchemist |  The Little Prince | Losing my Virginity
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Hi friends! I am so excited to share today’s guest with you. Joining me is health and wellness coach, Elizabeth Sherman. Elizabeth works with folks to design the right health program for their body and lifestyle.  Her core demographic are women in their forties who may be struggling keeping weight off, and changing habits that no longer work like they may have in their 20’s & 30’s.  
Yes, she may as well have been speaking to me directly!  
Elizabeth has been through her own weight loss journey which she shares on the show. During our conversation we talk about:

The pivotal moment that was her “wake up call” that something had to change
Where to begin? Elizabeth shares her first step into creating new habits
What to do when you have a setback along the way 
What habits and routines she has adopted to support her new and improved lifestyle 
Common obstacles that her clients face and how to overcome them

I loved her simple, honest and down to earth approach and suspect you will too! She is also offering our listeners a free mini-session with her, so make sure to check out the link in our show notes.
Fun Fact: Elizabelth and her husband are Chicago natives who now live and work in Mexico. Their move was featured in an episode of House Hunters International, and I’ve posted the link below if you want to check it out!
XOXO-
Laurie
Special thanks to our sponsor for this episode: 1Thrive who are committed to making organizing simple, fun and stylish through their collection of command centers. 
Visit 1Thrive.com to find the system that works best for you. 
Make sure to use code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
Connect with Elizabeth
SCHEDULE A FREE MINI-COACHING SESSION!
WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | PODCAST | LINKEDIN
Links Mentioned in this Episode
HOUSE HUNTERS INTL | THE UNTETHERED SOUL | THE GIFTS OF IMPERFECTION | THE LIFE COACH SCHOOL PODCAST
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Hi Friends! I know how much you love products, so you are in for a treat!  Joining me today are 2 of the founders of 1Thrive, Brett Stern and Mayra Kavan.  You may have seen their stylish command centers around facebook, Pinterest or the IG because they are taking the organizing & lifestyle space by storm!
It’s no surprise why everyone is loving them considering that they were designed by a team of moms-(can I get an amen!)
I invited Brett and Mayra on TOL to talk about:

How 1Thrive began & why they felt compelled to create a niche product line
How visual learners are benefitting from the 1Thrive system
How the entire family can use the same system in their own unique way

Make sure to stick around until the end of the episode where Brett shares a special promo code exclusive for our TOL community!
As we wrap up January, let’s continue on the path of organization together.  I always say, a great product won’t make you organized, but it can help to inspire you and make it fun along the way!
XOXO - Laurie
P.S. Don’t forget to check out 1Thrive.com who is committed to make organizing simple, fun and stylish. Enter code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
Connect with 1THRIVE
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Links Mentioned in this Episode
OUTLIERS BY MALCOLM GLADWELL
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I’d like to welcome our newest sponsor, 1Thrive.com.  Start the New Year off Organized with these stylish & customized command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to check out the entire collection. Make sure to enter promo code SB10 at checkout to receive 10% off of your entire order! 
Hi friends! If you enjoyed last week’s episode with money expert, Rachel Cruze, then you are going to love today’s guest!  Joining me is advocate, activist, and attorney, Shakisha A. Morgan, Esq.(yes, she has an esq after her name!) With over a decade of legal experience,  Shakisha is currently the Maryland Practice lead for The Griffin Firm, PLLC, an estate planning, probate, and business succession planning firm with offices in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.
Shakisha uses her knowledge and expertise to empower communities by helping individuals, families, and business owners create, protect, and transfer wealth through estate planning. 
The daughter of Jamican immigrants, Shakisha is a graduate of Stanford University and Georgetown Law, and has been featured at conferences, podcasts, workshops, and continuing legal education seminars on estate planning, probate, and wealth building. She is also a wife and mother of an almost 1 year old daughter.
I always say that there is more to living an organized life than bins and baskets. 
Estate Planning is a core component of the organization process that often gets overlooked. I invited Shakisha on the show to share some insight on what we need to know when it comes to planning for our future.
During our conversation we talked about

What exactly is estate planning?
Who needs an estate planning attorney?
Some of the most common questions people have about the estate planning process
What happens if you don’t have provisions in place?
At what age should you get a will? Get life insurance? Begin building wealth?
How often we should review and update our estate plans

Shakisha took a topic that can be incredibly overwhelming, and made it digestible and actionable!
I learned so much for our conversation, and hope you do too.
I encourage you to share this episode with your kids, parents or friends. It’s a great way to break the ice on an important topic. Make sure to check out the links below for more information on connecting with Shakisha or how to sign up for a FREE, monthly estate planning webinar.
xoxo - Laurie
P.S.  Don’t forget to check out 1Thrive.com who is committed to make organizing simple, fun and stylish. Enter code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
Connect with Shakisha
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Links Mentioned in this Episode
THE TIME KEEPER | PRESENT OVER PERFECT | MARY & MARTHA PODCAST
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I’d like to welcome our newest sponsor, 1Thrive.com.  Start the New Year off Organized with these stylish & customized command centers. Visit 1Thrive.com to check out the entire collection. Make sure to enter promo code SB10 at checkout to receive 10% off of your entire order!
Hi Friends! Today we are talking all about Money Habits with money expert, Rachel Cruze.
Since 2010, Rachel has served at Ramsey Solutions, where she teaches people to avoid debt, save money, budget and how to win with money at any stage in life. She’s authored three best-selling books, including Love Your Life, Not Theirs and Smart Money Smart Kids, which she co-wrote with her father, Dave Ramsey.  
I invited Rachel to join me on TOL to talk about her latest book Know Yourself, Know Your Money: Discover WHY You Handle Money the Way You Do and WHAT to Do About It  that just released last week!  
During our conversation we talked about 

The motivation that led her to write this book
The role that fear plays into how we use, save and spend money
The 4 different types of “money classrooms” 
The 7 money tendencies and how to identify them
How & when to talk to your kids about money and finances
Practical and tactical steps to take if you’re are feeling overwhelmed about debt or expenses

****Special bonus! At the top of the episode, I share a candid conversation with my good friend, Gail (who you might remember from episode 165: Preparing for Aging Parents).  We talk about Gail’s wake-up call about finances, I talk about my own relationship with money,  and why I believe in the value of having a financial roadmap like Dave Ramsey’s 7 Baby Steps.
I always knew that there were similarities between people’s relation with money and their relationship with clutter, and Rachel’s book really gets you thinking about your WHY, (just like we teach here!)  If you are struggling with clutter, I encourage you to read Rachel’s book to see if you can understand your unconscious motivations for how you view and use money. This could be the first step in living a less cluttered and more organized life.
xoxo - Laurie
P.S.  Don’t forget to check out 1Thrive.com who is committed to make organizing simple, fun and stylish. Enter code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
Connect with Rachel
WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTER | YOUTUBE
Links Mentioned in this Episode
THE RACHEL CRUZE SHOW (PODCAST) 
KNOW YOURSELF KNOW YOUR MONEY BOOK
***Sponsor for this episode:  1Thrive.com and make sure to enter code SB10 to receive 10% off your entire order!
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