EncourageMoment Podcast

Kind Organizing

The podcast for moms to receive a much needed boost in your day with words of encouragement and practical tips to easily organize and manage your home without stress. How do I keep my home organized when I don't know where start? I've tried everything and still feeling overwhelmed in my home, I'm so resentful of the constant house work-how can I manage all of this? I hear you, I've been there, and you're in the right place. The EncourageMOMent podcast is a home and life organizing show packed with actionable tips to help you feel good in your home, and great about yourself in the process. This show will serve busy women with homes that feel overwhelming, to help you get greater clarity and organized ease. Whether you feel chronically unorganized, have ADHD and find traditional systems challenging, or simply want to learn some tips and tricks to keep your home organized and functioning well, join me on the podcast where we'll discuss ways to make your home work for you- so you finally find a sense of peace in your home. I'm Elena, mom of 3 and host of the Kind Organizing Podcast- now renamed the EncourageMOMent Podcast. I dealt with home overwhelm for years, struggling with complicated systems that simply didn't work long term. I discovered ways to more easily manage the chaos of every day life and I'm here to help. Home organization can (and should) feel like self care, not added pressure. Welcome to the EncourageMOMent podcast, where I help stay-at-home and work-from-home moms create peaceful, balanced homes through practical organizing tips, mindset shifts, and self-compassion. If you feel overwhelmed by daily clutter, struggle with self-blame, people pleasing, boundary setting or want to build kindness toward yourself while managing the chaos of motherhood and home life, this podcast is for you. Join me for heart-led conversations, quick car chat episodes, and actionable strategies to help you bring more ease, clarity, and confidence to your home and your life. Whether you're seeking mindset coaching, creative ideas, or community support, the EncourageMOMent podcast offers inspiration and tools to make your organizing journey authentic and sustainable. New episodes drop regularly to encourage steady progress, little by little. Tune in and start transforming your home- and your mindset- today. Hit subscribe so you don't miss any new episodes, and for more information find me on Instagram @homeconfidenceco and go to homeconfidenceco.com for fun free downloads and more. I'm so glad you're here!

  1. Apr 28

    Love Lists: A Simple Self-Care Practice to Feel More Connected to Yourself

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Perfect for busy moms, ADHD moms, Type B moms, and anyone craving connection in the chaos of family life. In this episode of the Encourage Moment podcast, host Elena (home organizing coach and somatic anxiety coach) shares how love lists can soften tough moments with kids or partners, preserve precious memories, and help you feel more connected to yourself. No fancy journals needed — just your phone notes app or a cheap notebook. Love lists are spontaneous, low-pressure, and ADHD-friendly: jot down cute toddler sayings, great talks with older kids, quirky partner moments, or your own daily wins. It's not daily homework — it's a quick heart connection for real life. What You'll Learn: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> What is a love list? A casual log of sweet memories for family, partners, or yourself. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> For family & partners: Quick reference to remember why you love them during stress. (part 2 will dive more into this!) p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> For self-connection: Document daily joys, feelings, hobbies, and wins to reconnect with past/future you. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> Why it works for busy moms: Super simple (notes app or voice memos), no structure required, verbal-processor friendly. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> Personal story: Finding old handwriting sparked tender self-reflection — create that for your future self. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> Bonus tips: Add daily successes, kind words, or things that light you up. Call it a "like list" if "love" feels too much. Why Love Lists Beat Traditional Journaling: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: #3b82f680; --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtle-color));"> No daily commitment — spontan

    10 min
  2. Mar 17

    How to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Mom with HSP Author/Coach Alissa Boyer

    In this episode, I sit down with HSP mentor and writer Alissa Boyer for an honest, deeply encouraging conversation about what it means to live well as a highly sensitive mom. We talk about that "missing puzzle piece" moment when you first discover you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), and how having language for your sensitivity can instantly reframe years of self-judgment, shame, and feeling "too much." Alissa shares her own story of realizing she was highly sensitive nearly a decade ago, and how that awareness transformed the way she works, rests, parents, and takes care of herself. We explore the nervous system side of high sensitivity- why HSPs burn out faster, why everyday life can feel like "too much," and why you can't organize, plan, or think your way out of dysregulation. Alissa offers practical, compassionate tools for busy moms, including boundaries around overstimulation, permission to need more rest than others, and two foundational practices that help you feel steadier: nourishing your body with food that supports blood sugar and energy, and moving your body consistently in ways that feel good. We talk candidly about how hard it is to prioritize eating well and exercise in a full season of motherhood- and why, for sensitive women, they're non‑negotiable nervous system supports, not "nice to haves." We also look at the mindset layer: dropping the belief that sensitivity is a liability and embracing it as a genuine strength in motherhood, marriage, work, and friendship. Alissa shares what she's seeing inside her membership for highly sensitive women, the themes that come up again and again, and some of the simple shifts that create big relief day to day. We wrap by talking about the next chapter of her work, including her upcoming book and how she's helping HSP moms build lives that actually fit the way they're wired. If you've ever wondered why normal life feels extra loud, exhausting, or intense—and you're craving practical ways to feel more regulated, grounded, and proud of who you are—this conversation will feel like a deep breath. Timestamps: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 / .5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color));"> 4:30 – "Something's different about me": Alissa's HSP discovery story and how a health challenge became the unexpected doorway to self-understanding p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 / .5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color));"> 8:17 – Where to start if you're new to HSP language: the Sensitive Strength Archetypes quiz, core resources, and how to feel less alone p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; 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padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color));"> 19:31 – Everyday nervous system care for HSP moms: stabilizing blood sugar, using movement as regulation, and quick in-the-moment reset tools p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; scrollbar-color: initial; scrollbar-width: initial; --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgb(59 130 246 / .5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 0.375em; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; border: 0px solid oklch(var(--foreground-subtler-color));"> 33:26 – Letting go of "perfect conditions": why you don't need ideal sleep, routines, or a quiet house to grow as a highly sensitive mom p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0" style= "box-sizing: border-box; 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    39 min
  3. Mar 9

    How Regulated Parents Raise Resilient Kids: Co‑Regulation, Repair, and Honest Motherhood with Parenting Coach Clair Ashburn

    In this deeply validating conversation, I'm joined by parenting coach and lactation consultant Clair Ashburn to talk about what it really looks like to stay regulated as a parent while raising emotionally healthy kids. We explore how her therapist mom modeled repair, made room for "big feelings," and used simple tools like handwritten notes to create emotional safety and long‑term connection. Clair shares how that upbringing shaped her own nervous system, why she was once labeled "explosive," and the practical work she's done to move from stuffing emotions and blowing up to noticing early signs of dysregulation and choosing a different response. We dig into co‑regulation- what it is, why our kids' nervous systems are so influenced by ours, and how to hold the "insane amount of pressure" that can bring without shame. Clair offers simple, grounded mantras like "My feet are on the ground" and "This isn't an emergency" to help parents shift out of panic mode in the moment, along with body‑based cues (racing heart, tight chest, spinning head) that signal it's time to pause before exploding. She talks about the power of naming your internal state out loud to your kids so they don't assume your quiet or tension means "you're mad at me," and how that transparency actually makes home feel safer. We also talk about the impact of our own childhoods on the way we parent now- whether we grew up with calm, regulated caregivers or in homes marked by yelling, shame, or trauma. Clair explains how understanding your story, building a coherent narrative, and working with your body (not just your mind) can literally rewire your nervous system as an adult. She draws a powerful parallel between strength training and parenting: you can't "read your way" into new patterns; you build new muscle memory by practicing different responses over and over, in real life, with real kids. Clair shares how movement and exercise became a daily reset and "lifesaver" for her regulation, and we reflect on how staying grounded at home is not small work—it's a radical act of love with generational impact. From navigating overstimulating news cycles to supporting highly sensitive kids, we return again and again to the idea that "it feels hard because it is hard, not because you're doing it wrong." This episode is an encouraging, hope‑filled listen for any parent who wants to raise sturdy, compassionate kids without losing themselves in the process. In this episode, we cover: How Clair's childhood with a therapist mom shaped her view of limits, safety, and emotional repair Using written notes with kids as a powerful tool for communication, questions, and repair Co‑regulation 101: what it is, why kids "borrow" our nervous systems, and why our regulation has to come first Catching early signs of dysregulation in your body before you explode Simple mantras to use in the heat of the moment ("My feet are on the ground," "This isn't an emergency," "I don't need to solve this right now") How to talk out loud about your inner state so kids don't internalize blame Parenting with a traumatic or dysregulated background and the hope of neuroplasticity Why exercise and movement are powerful, science‑backed supports for nervous system regulation The long‑term impact of raising boys (and all kids) with emotional literacy, compassion, and respect Why the early years are both beautiful and brutally hard- and why it really does get easier in some crucial ways Perfect for: moms in the thick of the little‑years, parents working to break cycles from their own upbringing, and anyone curious about how calm, grounded parenting is actually built, not magically inherited.

    34 min
  4. Mar 8

    A New Direction for Encourage Moment: Nervous System Support for Moms

    In this short solo update, I share where I've been the past couple of months and the new direction for the EncourageMOMent podcast. I talk about my decision to pursue certification as a somatic anxiety coach and why it feels like the missing piece beneath home organization tips and mindset work. Instead of just focusing on "10 ways to organize your pantry," I'm increasingly convinced that we first need calmer, safer nervous systems to feel effective in our homes and daily lives. I explain what somatic support can look like for overwhelmed, anxious, or highly sensitive moms- especially when we're stuck in chronic fight, flight, or freeze- and why we simply cannot think or plan our way out when our bodies feel constantly on edge. I share my heart for helping moms move toward more ease and regulation, so that routines, systems, and organizing actually become doable instead of one more thing to feel behind on. I also give a preview of upcoming episodes and resources and I mention my plans to share short, practical somatic tools on Instagram- like quick bilateral stimulation demos and simple practices for when you feel anxious, frozen, or like you just want to run away. If you've ever felt like "I know what to do in my home, but I'm too overwhelmed to do it," this new season is for you. I'm so glad you're here, and I can't wait to walk with you into this next chapter of EncourageMOMent. DM me @encouragemomentco with questions or topics you'd love to hear more about as we go.

    4 min
5
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17 Ratings

About

The podcast for moms to receive a much needed boost in your day with words of encouragement and practical tips to easily organize and manage your home without stress. How do I keep my home organized when I don't know where start? I've tried everything and still feeling overwhelmed in my home, I'm so resentful of the constant house work-how can I manage all of this? I hear you, I've been there, and you're in the right place. The EncourageMOMent podcast is a home and life organizing show packed with actionable tips to help you feel good in your home, and great about yourself in the process. This show will serve busy women with homes that feel overwhelming, to help you get greater clarity and organized ease. Whether you feel chronically unorganized, have ADHD and find traditional systems challenging, or simply want to learn some tips and tricks to keep your home organized and functioning well, join me on the podcast where we'll discuss ways to make your home work for you- so you finally find a sense of peace in your home. I'm Elena, mom of 3 and host of the Kind Organizing Podcast- now renamed the EncourageMOMent Podcast. I dealt with home overwhelm for years, struggling with complicated systems that simply didn't work long term. I discovered ways to more easily manage the chaos of every day life and I'm here to help. Home organization can (and should) feel like self care, not added pressure. Welcome to the EncourageMOMent podcast, where I help stay-at-home and work-from-home moms create peaceful, balanced homes through practical organizing tips, mindset shifts, and self-compassion. If you feel overwhelmed by daily clutter, struggle with self-blame, people pleasing, boundary setting or want to build kindness toward yourself while managing the chaos of motherhood and home life, this podcast is for you. Join me for heart-led conversations, quick car chat episodes, and actionable strategies to help you bring more ease, clarity, and confidence to your home and your life. Whether you're seeking mindset coaching, creative ideas, or community support, the EncourageMOMent podcast offers inspiration and tools to make your organizing journey authentic and sustainable. New episodes drop regularly to encourage steady progress, little by little. Tune in and start transforming your home- and your mindset- today. Hit subscribe so you don't miss any new episodes, and for more information find me on Instagram @homeconfidenceco and go to homeconfidenceco.com for fun free downloads and more. I'm so glad you're here!