
103: Struggling Through PMDD to Declutter & Tidy
Getting a little personal this week. Living with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)—or ANY chemical imbalance, hormonal sensitivity, or particularly difficult season of life—can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to keeping up with your home.
In this episode, I’m sharing practical ways to manage your space while living with a recurring shift in your energy and emotional bandwidth.
You’ll learn:
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What PMDD is and how it impacts my daily life
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5 simple strategies to declutter and tidy your home even during tough PMDD days
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Mindset shifts that help you give yourself grace while still making progress
If you’ve ever felt like your home gets out of control during your PMDD cycle (or another challenging state), this episode is for you.
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Ep 71: How Growing Up in a Cult Made Me More Intentional
Ep 102: Creating Systems to Be Productive Toward What Matters with Chelsi Jo
Ep 94: Practical Advice for Living Intentionally with 7x NYT Bestselling Author, Gretchen Rubin
Ep 78: Addressing the Mental Load of Clutter with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Happier Podcast by Gretchen Rubin
The Moth Podcast (live true-story storytelling)
Modern Love Podcast
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PARING DOWN RESOURCES:
Free Decluttering Checklist
Treasures of the Heart: A 7-Day Bible Study on Breaking Free from Material Attachments (free)
Complete Guide to Decluttering Kid Stuff
Free 15 Clutter-Free Gift Ideas
Free Gift Request Email Template
Free Know Your Why Worksheet
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Information
- Show
- FrequencyUpdated weekly
- Published23 September 2025 at 09:00 UTC
- Length46 min
- RatingClean