Beyond Organised

Mel Schenker
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Beyond Organised: Simplify Your Life, Amplify Your Purpose Hosted by Mel Schenker, Founder of She’s Organised Because organising your life is just the beginning. Beyond Organised helps busy parents create intentional lives filled with balance, joy and purpose. Hosted by Mel Schenker, a wife, mum of four, Award-winning Life Coach, Speaker and founder of She’s Organised, every episode is packed with mindset shifts, practical strategies and real-life stories that empower you to take back control and live proactively. Mel’s journey from overwhelmed mum to organised entrepreneur fuels her mission to help others find freedom from chaos. With over 13 years of experience, she shares insights on productivity, work-life balance, parenting, marriage, faith and more. Whether you’re navigating the juggle of motherhood or simply seeking more structure and intention, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now to simplify your life and amplify your purpose. Follow Mel on Instagram @shes.organised and join the conversation!

  1. Coaching On Life Stewardship

    1d ago

    Coaching On Life Stewardship

    Send us Fan Mail You can have a tidy house, a packed planner, and a “good” routine and still feel like you’re failing. I’m pulling apart why that happens, and why the fix usually isn’t another checklist. When we separate organisation from mindset, faith, emotions, and boundaries, we end up treating symptoms while the real weight stays on our shoulders. We dig into the shift from life management to life stewardship: caring for what God has entrusted to you, without turning control into a substitute for trust. I walk through the questions I use in coaching that cut through the noise fast, like what God has actually assigned to you in this season, what you’re carrying that doesn’t belong to you, and where fear might be driving the need to control time, money, children, or outcomes. If you’re battling overwhelm, mental load, lost identity, weak boundaries, burnout, or that constant “I’m stuck” feeling, you’ll hear why these struggles often come as a bundle, and how to respond without piling on more pressure. You’ll also get a clear framework I use with women: five pillars of balance time, money, self-care, home, and work. We talk time stewardship, financial stewardship in a cost-of-living season, self-care that’s deeper than treats, and why the best organising systems only work when the beliefs underneath them match the truth.  If you want support that meets you in real life, I share how the She’s Organised Hub, monthly Bible studies, and private coaching can help (DM me on IG), including real-time voice and text support for the moments that actually make or break change. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s carrying too much, and leave a review so more women can find practical help and faith-filled encouragement. Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    31 min
  2. God Remembers: From Depression to Deliverance, with Emilee Lopez

    May 31

    God Remembers: From Depression to Deliverance, with Emilee Lopez

    Send us Fan Mail **Trigger Warning: Depression and Suicide.** She thought about ending it all, then one ordinary invitation and one genuine laugh cracked the darkness open. We sit down with Emilee, a coffee-loving mum of three under five and the mind behind Emailing With Emilee, to talk about postpartum depression, long-term depression, and the painful legacy of growing up with rejection. Emily shares how the “not enough” story can take over after birth, why isolation makes it louder, and what it looked like to reach a point where she’d planned not to keep going. This is a faith-forward chat, but it’s also grounded in the real world of babies, sleepless nights, and trying to function when you feel empty. From moving across the country to walking into a mums group she didn’t want to attend, Emily explains how community became a lifeline and how her faith shifted from duty to relationship. We talk about being a deep feeler, the burnout of always giving, and why healthy boundaries protect your peace. There’s also a powerful moment around Scripture as a living text, plus the thread that ties her story together: God remembers, even when you feel forgotten. To bring it home for the mumpreneurs listening, Emily shares her practical approach to email marketing automation and how her Cozy Method builds trust through connection, organisation, and a buyer journey that feels personal even when it runs in the background.  Connect with Emilee on Instagram @emailing.with.emilee If you’re navigating postpartum mental health or rebuilding your faith and your business at the same time, you’ll feel seen here. Subscribe, share this with a mum who needs a village, and leave a review so more women can find these conversations. Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    43 min
  3. Time Stewardship Over Time Management

    May 24

    Time Stewardship Over Time Management

    Send us Fan Mail Your schedule can look “full” on paper and still feel empty in your body. We’re getting honest about why traditional time management often fails women, and why a better path is stewarding time with intention, surrender and wisdom. Time isn’t something we can buy back, so every yes carries a cost and every unplanned commitment can quietly steal peace, presence and health. We dig into what stewardship actually means, how overcommitment builds a reactive life, and why chronic exhaustion is a warning sign we should take seriously. We talk boundaries as protection rather than punishment, and the mindset shift from trying to control everything to asking, “Lord, what belongs in this season?” You’ll hear practical ways to simplify without perfectionism, including the 4D filter (delete, delegate, delay, do differently), choosing clear priorities for today, and building anchors that create steady rhythms. We also cover buffers and margin so the unexpected doesn’t wreck your whole day, plus parallel productivity as a smarter way to use the time you already have. The biggest takeaway is simple and challenging: put rest in your calendar first, because sustainable productivity starts with a regulated nervous system and a protected inner life. If you want extra support, I invite you to join the She’s Organised Hub and keep learning with coaching call replays and resources, plus extra support from me.  Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s worn out, and leave a review so more women can find a calmer, more intentional way to steward their time. Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    27 min
  4. The Found Mama with Author, Kristina Brooks

    May 17

    The Found Mama with Author, Kristina Brooks

    Send us Fan Mail “Lost in motherhood” gets likes, nods, and instant agreement, but we’ve both felt how quickly that kind of language can shape your attitude, your gratitude, and even your spiritual footing. That’s why this conversation hits differently. I’m joined by Kristina Brooks, a Christian author, wife, and mum, to talk about what it looks like to navigate overwhelm without letting it define you, and how anchoring your identity in Christ changes the way you see your days. Kristina shares the turning point that led her from a successful side hustle into a clear God-led calling to write, plus the very real struggle of creating a devotional while raising little kids. We talk about feeling unqualified, working without deadlines, and learning to keep going when motivation runs out. If you’ve ever tried to build something while juggling nappies, school runs, meals, and the mental load, you’ll feel seen. We also get practical about self-publishing and book marketing: formatting, design, editing fatigue, trying for a traditional book deal, and the surprising peace that can come through “no response” moments. Christina opens up about showing up online with honesty rather than polish, and why a “real” voice matters even more in a world full of curated content. If you want faith-based encouragement for mums, a fresh perspective on Christian motherhood, and a reminder that organisation is meant to serve your purpose, press play. Subscribe, share this with a mum who needs it, and leave a review so more women can find the conversation. Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    45 min
  5. From Postnatal Pain To Faith-Based Planning with Ivy Mujuru

    May 10

    From Postnatal Pain To Faith-Based Planning with Ivy Mujuru

    Send us Fan Mail She moved countries, had a baby, tried to keep her career running, and quietly unravelled. If you’ve ever looked “fine” on the outside while feeling angry, afraid, or completely overwhelmed inside, you’ll recognise the pressure Ivy Mujuru describes and the way it can push a woman into perfectionism and isolation.  We’re joined by Ivy, the founder of God’s Whole Woman, a community for multifaceted Christian women who want to excel in every role while staying rooted in Christ. Ivy shares her journey from Zimbabwe to South Africa to Ireland, how postnatal depression and fear shaped her early motherhood, and the moment she finally said, “Holy Spirit, I’m done.” What followed wasn’t a harsh overhaul, but gentle, practical guidance: one walk at a time, a deeper prayer life, restored identity, and a new way to approach marriage, homemaking, self-care, and finances with God involved in the details.  We also talk about faith-based planning and why a holistic Christian planner can be more than productivity, it can be a tool for stewardship and peace. Ivy opens up about obedience when results don’t match expectations, including preparing for 50 women at a launch event and welcoming 12, then seeing God move anyway. If insecurity and fear of judgement have kept you from stepping out, this chat will help you reframe success and lean into surrender as the real breakthrough.  Follow Ivy on Instagram @ivy_muj and @godswholewoman Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review so more women can find Beyond Organised. Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    30 min
  6. Fear Disguised As Loyalty Keeps Women Stuck with Grace Rabia Wood

    May 3

    Fear Disguised As Loyalty Keeps Women Stuck with Grace Rabia Wood

    Send us Fan Mail Fear doesn’t always announce itself as fear. Sometimes it shows up as loyalty, silence, and a “good girl” version of humility that keeps us shrinking long after the danger has passed. Mel sits down with author and speaker Grace Rabia Wood to talk about what it takes to break generational patterns and heal the parts of us that parenting, relationships, and everyday life keep exposing. Grace shares how pain became the starting point for her work helping women heal, find their voice, and name what happened in a safe space. We talk about oppression and survival mode, why time doesn’t heal wounds if we refuse to face them, and how family and cultural systems can reward secrecy while punishing truth-tellers. If you’ve ever felt like you’re the first person in your bloodline to say the hard things out loud, you’ll feel seen here. We also get practical about mother wounds, self-talk, and how our inner world quietly shapes our kids. You’ll hear why fear can look like “honouring your family”, why boundaries can be called rebellion, and how healing can feel like betrayal when you start to outgrow old dynamics. Grace and Mel also speak openly about combining therapy and Christian faith, and what alignment looks like when you’re ready to move from surviving to becoming. Follow Grace on Instagram @grcerabiawood Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a friend who’s doing the work, and leave a review so more women can find it. What’s one pattern you’re determined to end with you? Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    30 min
  7. One Year of Beyond Organised

    Apr 26

    One Year of Beyond Organised

    Send us Fan Mail One year ago, I hit publish on a brand new podcast and hoped it would help a few overwhelmed women breathe easier. Fast forward 52 weeks and I’m still here, still releasing every Monday morning, and still a bit stunned that Beyond Organised is now being heard across 56 countries and counting. This anniversary update is my honest behind-the-scenes look at what it’s taken to stay consistent while raising four kids, working, running She’s Organised, and navigating health setbacks, hospital visits, grief, and family challenges. You’ll hear how the podcast has changed since those early, practical organisation and decluttering chats, and why I’m getting clearer about the direction moving forward. Organising systems matter, but they are only one piece. I share why faith, identity, emotional health, and intentional living are becoming a bigger part of the conversation, and how building a level of order in your home and weekly schedule can give you flexibility when life throws the unexpected at you. I also want this to feel like your show. I ask for your feedback on what you’ve loved, what you want more of, and whether you prefer guest conversations or solo episodes. I’m opening the door to listener stories in year two and inviting your questions for future Q&A episodes on organising, time management, budgeting, parenting, faith and more. If you’d like deeper support, I share how the She’s Organised Hub works and other ways you can help keep the podcast going.  If you got value from this, please subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find this very special show. Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

    28 min
  8. Mum And Baby Yoga with Laura Correa

    Apr 19

    Mum And Baby Yoga with Laura Correa

    Send us Fan Mail Postpartum can feel like waking up in a body you barely recognise, with a calendar that no longer belongs to you. Laura joins me to talk about mum and baby yoga as a grounded, practical way to reconnect with yourself while you care for a tiny human who changes daily. Her approach is built on mindful movement and bonding, without the pressure to be quiet, polished, or “back to normal”. If you’ve ever thought you’re not flexible enough, not fit enough, or not put-together enough for yoga, this chat is for you. We get into what actually helps mums most: noticing what your body can do now, building strength as your baby grows, and finding a community where babies babble, mums laugh, and nobody gets shushed for being real. Laura shares why the hardest part is showing up, why “come exactly as you are” isn’t a slogan but a strategy, and how a welcoming environment can shift your confidence faster than any perfect pose. We also explore yoga beyond the studio, including online options and “yoga for real life” ideas you can use in everyday parenting moments like the car seat struggle, getting out the door, or bedtime. We touch on spirituality and values, self-care that doesn’t feel indulgent, and why gratitude and self-love practices matter for kids as much as adults. If you want gentle postpartum yoga support, toddler yoga inspiration, or a more realistic path to wellbeing, hit play. Follow Laura on Instagram @mamiinmotion Use code "shesorganised" to get 10% off both websites: www.jananibalayoga.com www.HappyLittlePress.com Subscribe for more, share this with a mum who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find Beyond Organised. (Apologies that towards the end of the recording Mel's sound quality deteriorated and was difficult to understand. We were unable to repair the damaged audio. We hope you got value from this episode though).  Support the show 🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkitJoin the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your every day life.Want Private Coaching? Reach out via IG DM or Email! (Email support@shesorganised.com.au)Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the next round of Kingdom Woman Breakthrough. This is a transformational container for capable Christian women who doing all the things, yet sense God is inviting them into a more aligned way of living, leading and stewarding their time, energy and influence.  If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it.  See you next time!

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Beyond Organised: Simplify Your Life, Amplify Your Purpose Hosted by Mel Schenker, Founder of She’s Organised Because organising your life is just the beginning. Beyond Organised helps busy parents create intentional lives filled with balance, joy and purpose. Hosted by Mel Schenker, a wife, mum of four, Award-winning Life Coach, Speaker and founder of She’s Organised, every episode is packed with mindset shifts, practical strategies and real-life stories that empower you to take back control and live proactively. Mel’s journey from overwhelmed mum to organised entrepreneur fuels her mission to help others find freedom from chaos. With over 13 years of experience, she shares insights on productivity, work-life balance, parenting, marriage, faith and more. Whether you’re navigating the juggle of motherhood or simply seeking more structure and intention, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now to simplify your life and amplify your purpose. Follow Mel on Instagram @shes.organised and join the conversation!

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  • Creator
    Mel Schenker
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Beyond Organised
  • Show Website
    Beyond Organised