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• How parenting a PDA child taught me a better way to declutter, organize my home, and let go of perfectionism, with guest Casey Ehrlich #157

   👉 For a bit of extra support grab my free 15-Minute Declutter Kickstart HEREDiscover how parenting a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) led me to a new, more realistic approach to decluttering, organizing my home, and letting go of perfectionism — lessons every overwhelmed parent can use.Have you ever felt like you're failing because your home doesn’t look like a magazine?Wondered why traditional organizing advice just doesn’t seem to work for your real life?Me too.Especially when autism, burnout, and daily survival were the reality — not pretty color-coded baskets.In today’s episode, I’m joined by Casey from At Peace Parents — a brilliant coach and mentor for families parenting PDA and neurodivergent kids.Together, we talk about how raising a neurodivergent child completely changes your relationship with tidying, decluttering, and home organization. It forced both of us to rethink everything we thought we knew — even my beloved KonMari practices.It made us ask: What really matters when you’re building a home? Matching cushions... or emotional safety?During Autism Awareness Month, I wanted to have this real, important conversation.Because whether you're parenting a child with autism, raising a kid with PDA, or just juggling the mental load of motherhood, you’ll find yourself somewhere in this story.You’ll walk away with a fresh, intentional perspective on organizing your home — one that prioritizes calm over perfection, connection over control, and sanity over spotless surfaces.If you’ve ever battled clutter, perfectionism, or the invisible pressure to "keep up," you need this episode.This is your permission to choose what actually works for your family — not what looks good on Instagram.Ready to let go and create a home that truly supports you?Let’s dive in. 👉 You can find out more about Casey’s work at At Peace Parents here:Website - At Peace ParentsInstagram: At Peace ParentsI would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• Decluttering and Trauma – Why Letting Go Feels Impossible (and How It Can Help You Heal) #156

  You’ve tried to declutter before.You know what to do.But the moment you start... you freeze.Sound familiar?You’re not lazy. You’re not messy.You’re protecting yourself.In this episode, I’m digging into why clutter can feel impossible to let go of — especially if you’ve experienced trauma.Because it’s not just about mess.It’s about memory.It’s about survival.What if your clutter was never the real problem? And what if tidying could actually help you feel safe again — not just organized?I’ll walk you through the real, emotional blocks behind clutter and why so many people feel stuck in their organizing journey.You’ll learn how the KonMari Method can support deep healing — gently, intentionally, and at your pace.This episode is packed with insight, compassion, and fresh declutter strategies that go far beyond the surface.If home organization has ever left you in tears or feeling like a failure, this is your sign to listen.Because this isn’t about perfection.It’s about peace.Ready to see your home — and your healing — in a whole new way?Tune in now.I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• What can living nomadically teach you about your belongings? Lessons from an online entrepreneur who decluttered her storage unit after 12 months on the road #155

  What if letting go of clutter could give you more than just a tidy home?Have you ever gone on holiday and thought, Why can’t my house feel this calm and clear all the time?In this episode, I’m chatting with Melissa Pruitt—an online entrepreneur who spent a year travelling full-time, taking with her only what could fit in the car she shared with her husband and their dog (yes, really). When they finally opened their storage unit after 12 months on the road, what they found—and what they didn’t miss—sparked a massive declutter.We’re talking about the real cost of clutter, why we hang onto stuff we don’t need, and what happens when you finally ask: Do I even want this in my life anymore?Melissa’s journey is packed with powerful reminders—about intentional living, mindful tidying, and how the KonMari method and smart declutter strategies can completely shift how you feel in your space.If you’re overwhelmed, constantly tidying but never feeling “done,” or just sick of staring at drawers full of stuff you never use—this one’s for you.Let’s rethink home organization. Let’s simplify. Let’s stop waiting for the “perfect time.”Press play now and discover how to take back control of your space—without needing to pack up your life and hit the road (unless you want to). Ready to feel lighter?Find out more about Melissa and her online business HEREI would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• Decluttering and organizing never works for my family! These 5 shifts will break the clutter cycle for good #154

  Check out the Clutter Breakthrough Transformation—details below!You know that feeling when you've tidied, organized, maybe even KonMari’d the whole house… and two weeks later, it’s like you never even touched it?Yeah. Me too. And honestly? It’s not your fault.In this week’s episode of Living Clutter Free Forever, I’m calling out the cycle so many of us are stuck in: declutter – tidy – get overwhelmed – give up – repeat. And I’m giving you the 5 shifts that finally broke it for good.Because decluttering and organizing can work for your family. Even if you’ve tried before and it didn’t stick. Even if your home feels like a tornado hit it most days. Even if you’ve got neurodivergent kids, no time, or zero energy.So why hasn’t it worked yet? And what can you do differently—starting today—that actually makes it last?I’m sharing what I’ve learned from my own experience (yes, I used to be overwhelmed by clutter too!) and what I teach every single week inside my Clutter Free Collective. These shifts aren’t about buying more storage boxes or spending hours a day tidying. They’re about mindset, habits, and small wins that build real change.If you’re sick of starting over…If you want to reclaim your space and your time…If you’re ready to stop wondering “Why can’t I keep my home organized?” and finally do something about it—This episode is for you!Listen now and take the first step toward home organization that actually works. Spoiler: it’s not about being naturally tidy. It’s about knowing what’s actually getting in your way—and shifting it, for good.Let’s break the clutter cycle together. You in?(And if you're ready for even more support, check out the Clutter Breakthrough Transformation—details below!)Yes, I'm ready to clear the clutter and keep it that way. You're not lazy. You're not a mess. You've just been using a system that was never designed for you. Let's change that together in 15 minutes a day with easy micro wins!See visible results in one space in 15 minutes. YES PLEASEEven with distractions, start seeing progress before your next load of laundry is done! I'M IN!For less than the cost of lunch, you can ditch decision fatigue and finally get your house and headspace back. YES, YES, YES!LIMITED TIME OFFER:Only available until 15th April so if you're ready to make a change there is no better time to start! AVAILABLE HEREI would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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• How to organize IEPs and autism paperwork to save time and stress Autism-Friendly Home Organization Strategies for Overwhelmed Parents Part 6 #153

  Is your house full of piles of papers, forms, and reports… but you can never find the one you need when it matters? You're not alone.In this final episode of the mini-series for World Autism Acceptance Month, I’m talking about one of the biggest sources of stress for parents of autistic children — paperwork. From IEPs and school communication to therapy notes, medical assessments, funding forms, and everything in between, the amount of documentation we juggle can feel endless.But here’s the good news: organizing it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.I’ll walk you through a practical, step-by-step process to declutter and organize your autism-related paperwork in a way that’s simple, sustainable, and supportive of your real life — even if you're neurodivergent yourself or have very little time.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why autism paperwork feels so emotionally heavy — and how to change your relationship with itA simple method to sort and categorize everything (even if it’s stuffed in drawers and bags)How to build a flexible system that works for your brain — digital, physical, or a mixSmart tips like advocacy highlight sheets, visual sorting, and working foldersWhy this small act of organization can help you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control of your child’s careThis episode is especially for you if:You’ve ever torn the house apart looking for a formYou feel buried by IEPs and documents you don’t know what to do withYou want less stress and more clarity when advocating for your childWhether you're raising an autistic child, a neurodivergent child, or just navigating a lot of life admin, this system will help you breathe easier.Mentioned in this episode: 🎁 Download my free guide: 15 Minute Declutter Reset for Moms of Neurodivergent Kids – perfect for making real progress in small chunks of time.If this mini-series has helped you feel more supported, I’d be so grateful if you left a review or shared it with a fellow parent who needs it.I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here. Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:Join my online membership Clutter Free CollectiveJoin my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | FacebookVisit my website www.caroline-thor.com Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer

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