If you've ever found yourself deep in a DIY project—or in the middle of a decluttering meltdown—you know exactly how exhausting it can be to keep pushing forward without the right tools.

In this episode of the Stress Less Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on three big projects I’ve been working on and what happened when I stubbornly tried to muscle through them without the proper tools. Spoiler alert: I ended up with a sore hand, a major break from progress, and a fresh reminder of why using the right tool changes everything.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing how this simple mindset shift applies to organizing your home, why decision fatigue is the real enemy, and how the Decide Guide is the shortcut you didn’t know you needed. You’ll also get a sneak peek into the new Room-by-Room Organizing Guides I’m creating (based on feedback from Decide Guide users!) to help you tackle your whole home—one space at a time.

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The Decide Guide: A Room-By-Room Resource to Help You Declutter With Confidence

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Let’s talk about the one space in your home that’s supposed to feel welcoming—but often ends up looking like a tornado hit it.

Yep. I’m talking about the entryway.

Whether you’re walking in after a long day or chasing behind your kids as they kick off shoes, toss backpacks, and drop coats everywhere—this space has a way of attracting all the chaos. If your entryway feels more like a dumping ground than a functional landing pad, this episode of the Stress Less Podcast is for you.

In this episode, I’m breaking down how to organize your entryway in a way that’s realistic, mom-proof, and ADHD-friendly. It’s not about having a Pinterest-perfect mudroom (although that sounds cute in theory). It’s about making this space actually work for your everyday life—because when the first few steps into your home feel calm, it sets the tone for everything else.

We’ll talk through:

• Why the entryway tends to attract clutter fast
• Common mistakes that make the chaos worse (even if you’ve already “organized” it)
• My go-to categories for figuring out what actually belongs in your entry
• The specific systems I use in my own home—including how I manage shoes, backpacks, farm coats, papers, keys, and even wrestling bags that should have been put away a month ago

If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t stay on top of the mess—this isn’t about you doing it wrong. It’s about designing a system that fits your home, your family, and your current season of life.

Because let’s be real: Your entryway in summer is not the same as your entryway in the middle of winter. Your needs change. Your family grows. And your home should evolve with you—not stay stuck in a version that no longer serves you.

You don’t need to redo your entire house. You just need to start at the door.

Tune in now to Episode 35 of the Stress Less Podcast to learn how to make your entryway functional without the fuss—and how small, thoughtful changes in this space can ripple into more calm everywhere else.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Visual Checklist
• Pegboard from Target (Bright Room Brand)
• Over-the-Door Coat Hook
• Command Hooks
• Command Brand Broom Holder

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You know that one stack of papers you keep moving from the counter to the table to the top of the microwave... and then back again? If you’re constantly asking yourself where that one permission slip went, or why the mail pile is threatening to take over your kitchen, this episode is for you.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Brother Compact Mobile Document Scanner (for digitizing paper)

Command hooks, curtain rod, and curtain clips (DIY kids art display)

Chatbooks (for saving kids’ artwork digitally in printed albums)

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The Decide Guide: A Room-By-Room Resource to Help You Declutter With Confidence

The Decide Guide: Tidy-Up Toy Edition: The Fastest Way to Decide What Toys Stay and What Toys Go

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THE ULTIMATE TOY ORGANIZATION GUIDE: Play Spaces That Work is a private podcast with downloadable resources for buys families to get their toys under control.

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PLAY SPACES THAT WORK: Toy Organization Audio Course

Ever feel like you're constantly picking up your house but it never actually feels clean or calm? Like you’re tidying all day but somehow still drowning in clutter and chaos? This week’s episode of the Stress Less Podcast is exactly what you need. We're talking about tiny resets—the small, doable routines that help you stay on top of your space without spending your entire day cleaning. Whether you're a busy mom with ADHD, a teacher trying to balance it all, or just someone who wants to feel less overwhelmed in your own home, this episode will help you simplify your home management and take back your peace of mind.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Custom Visual Checklist Form

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The Decide Guide: A Room-By-Room Resource to Help You Declutter With Confidence

The Decide Guide: Tidy-Up Toy Edition: The Fastest Way to Decide What Toys Stay and What Toys Go

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PLAY SPACES THAT WORK: Toy Organization Audio Course

Join me on this special episode as I celebrate two incredible milestones: the two-year anniversary of Stress Less Organizing and the one-year anniversary of this podcast!

I'm taking you through my journey of juggling motherhood, teaching, and entrepreneurship, sharing the ups and downs along the way. I'm sharing some thoughts on the importance of integrity and balance in life. Discover what I'm letting go of to ensure I deliver quality content and how I'm planning to prioritize my family during this season. Tune in for honest and inspiring insight that might just resonate with your own life journey.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Pro Organizer Studio

The Business Edit Podcast

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The Decide Guide: A Room by Room Resource to Declutter With Confidence

The Decide Guide: Toy Tidy-Up Edition! The fastest way to know what stays and what goes when it comes to your toys.

Sanity Savers: Megan's Every-Home-Must-Have-THIS List

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PLAY SPACES THAT WORK: Toy Organization Audio Course

CLARITY ON CALL IS NOW OPEN (DOORS CLOSE FRIDAY FEB 28th!)

In this episode, you'll learn Megan's best strategies for managing spring cleaning without feeling overwhelmed. Find out how to spread your tasks out over the season, where to focus first, and how you can actually enjoy spring cleaning your home.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

THE DECIDE GUIDE: A Room by Room Resource to Declutter with Confidence

Episode 1: The 4 Step Method to Declutter Any Space

Episode 30: Set Your Self Up For Spring Cleaning Hear about my favorite cleaning products and tools in this episode!

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60 Second Session: Send me a pic of your space and I'll send you a FREE personalized 60 Second video packed with my best pro organizer advice.

Play Space Cheat Sheet: Quick Wins to Clear the Toy Clutter

Sanity Savers: Megan's Every-Home-Must-Have-THIS List

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Clarity On Call IS NOW OPEN

Clarity On Call IS NOW OPEN

In this episode, I'm sharing practical advice for busy families preparing for spring cleaning. We aren't quite ready for the spring cleaning energy now, but we can think about some things ahead of time to be intentional about how we are going to go about spring cleaning our homes in a realistic way. I discuss my favorite cleaning products and tools, and introduce a prioritization method using a quadrant style to do list. This episode is talking about importance of planning and setting manageable goals to make spring cleaning feel seamless and less daunting. The episode is here to empower you to approach your cleaning tasks with confidence and efficiency.

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CLARITY ON CALL IS OPEN NOW

FREE RESOURCES

60 Second Session: Send me a pic of your space and I'll send you a FREE personalized 60 Second video packed with my best pro organizer advice.

Play Space Cheat Sheet: Quick Wins to Clear the Toy Clutter

Sanity Savers: Megan's Every-Home-Must-Have-THIS List

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Clarity On Call IS NOW OPEN

Clarity On Call IS NOW OPEN

Ever feel like you’re running on fumes by mid-afternoon? Or find yourself wired at night when you should be winding down? If you’re a mom with ADHD, managing energy—not just time—is the real challenge.

In this episode, we’re diving into why ADHD brains struggle with energy regulation, the hidden energy drains that leave you exhausted, and how to structure your days in a way that works with your natural rhythms—not against them. I’ll share personal experiences, practical tips, and ADHD-friendly strategies to help you stay productive without burnout.

Plus, I’m sharing details on Clarity On Call, my 4-week virtual coaching program designed to help you create systems that stick. Doors open next week, so be sure to join the wait list!

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

THE DECIDE GUIDE

JOIN THE WAIT LIST FOR CLARITY ON CALL

FREE RESOURCES

60 Second Session: Send me a pic of your space and I'll send you a FREE personalized 60 Second video packed with my best pro organizer advice.

Play Space Cheat Sheet: Quick Wins to Clear the Toy Clutter

Sanity Savers: Megan's Every-Home-Must-Have-THIS List

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Follow me on Instagram: @megansmithstressless

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Join the Clarity On Call Waitlist!

Clarity On Call starts March 3rd! Spots are limited in this 4 week virtual home organization program.

Clarity On Call