Simplify Your Home: Declutter, Organize, Decorate, Interior Design, Routines

Nicole Naugle - Pro Organizer, Decluttering Expert, Interior Decorator
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Your home should be your retreat, not a never-ending to do list. Simplify Your Home is the go-to podcast for busy women who are over being frustrated in their homes and are ready to take action to create homes they love. If you're looking for simple, realistic decluttering, organizing, and decorating solutions that work even when you’re exhausted or short on time, you're in the right place. Hey there! I’m Nicole, a professional home organizer and interior decorator. I’ve lived in over 15 homes through every season of life- from single, to married, to a single mom, and now happily remarried with kids and a goofy pit bull. I know firsthand what it feels like to be surrounded by piles, unfinished projects, and rooms that just don’t work. The good news? With the right decluttering and decorating plan, you absolutely can create a home you love without starting over from scratch. Ready?  Each week you’ll learn how to: 🏡 Declutter your space without the guilt, overwhelm, or the never-ending cycle of starting over 🏡 Organize your home with flexible, personalized systems that actually stick… even when life gets crazy 🏡 Decorate and style spaces you genuinely love without blowing your budget or following trends that don’t feel like you 🏡 Understand interior design principles and styles that finally make your home feel cohesive and intentional 🏡 Create simple routines to maintain your home that don’t require a toddler’s energy level So let’s kick overwhelm and frustration to the curb together… Even if you don’t know where to start. Even if you’ve tried everything before. And even if your home currently looks like a tornado just blew through. Hit follow, and let’s start turning your home into the retreat it was always meant to be. New episodes drop every Tuesday.  Free Resources: https://simplifiedhomedesign.com/free Clear the Clutter 1-1 Session: https://simplifiedhomedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter

  1. 5d ago

    19: Cluttered Kitchen? 3 Quick Decluttering and Organizing Changes to Make It Easier to Cook and Clean

    It's 5:30. You open the fridge to start dinner, glance at your countertops, and decide today was meant to be a takeout ( or takeaway) day.  I’m all for some good takeout, but if you are working on your health or financial goals, try these three small kitchen changes that make cooking (and cleaning) feel easier, even on your busiest nights. In This Episode: Why your countertops are sabotaging your meal plan. Messy counters can look overwhelming, and they can make cooking feel like a huge task. Claim your cooking zone. Keep one area of your countertop clear except for the essentials. Meal prep and cooking will feel more manageable.  Give the countertop clutter a new home. I give examples of what works for me as well as clients.  How a kitchen time audit can help you overcome the thought that you don't have time or energy to reset your kitchen after meals. But also, permission to do the bare minimum if you really are low on energy, fighting ADHD task paralysis, or dealing with a tough chronic illness day.  Listener Q&A: Rebecca from Sydney asks how to declutter a kitchen with limited cabinet and counter space.  Resources Mentioned: Free Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free 1-1 Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, updates, and more delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you are loving the podcast, I would really appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps other women who are overwhelmed or frustrated in their homes find the show so they can start creating homes they love. Thank you so much!  Looking for 1-1 help? Clutter is a pain. Let's make decluttering easier. You can book a Clear the Clutter session at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related Episodes:  15: Don’t Declutter Your Home Until You Do This First 10: Zombie Decluttering: Try This When Your Husband or Kids Don’t Want to Declutter 05: Create A Decluttering Routine That Won’t Make You Lose Your Mind

  2. Sep 9

    18: Clutter and Perimenopause: Why Your Home May Be Making Your Symptoms Worse

    When clutter and a messy home are making your perimenopause symptoms worse... While patience may not have been your favorite thing, now you have days where it seems to be non-existent. The countertop clutter, the shoes by the door, the pile of mail... it doesn’t take much to push you over the edge. If you've noticed your tolerance for a messy home, clutter, and disorganization decreasing right along with your patience for loud people and extra demands on your time, this episode explains why, and what you can do about it. In This Episode: What's actually happening in your body: Falling progesterone and estrogen change how your brain processes stress and visual clutter, not just your mood. Why a cluttered home does more than annoy you. The research behind restorative environments, and what a less stimulating space can do for your nervous system. Where to start decluttering and organizing your home when you are annoyed and overwhelmed. Why now isn't the time for a complicated home organization system, plus what to do instead when your energy and memory aren't as predictable as they used to be. Resources Mentioned: Free Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free 1-1 Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, updates, and more delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you are loving the podcast, I would really appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps other women who are overwhelmed or frustrated in their homes find the show so they can start creating homes they love. Thank you so much!  Looking for 1-1 help? Clutter is a pain. Let's make decluttering easier. You can book a Clear the Clutter session at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related Episodes:  15: Don’t Declutter Your Home Until You Do This First 10: Zombie Decluttering: Try This When Your Husband or Kids Don’t Want to Declutter 05: Create A Decluttering Routine That Won’t Make You Lose Your Mind

  3. Sep 2

    17: Decorating Your Home After A Big Life Change: Easy Steps For A Fresh Start

    How to Decorate Your Home After Divorce, Your Adult Kids Move Out or Back In, A Move to a New City, or While Blending Families  Life is always changing. A divorce, a remarriage, an empty nest, aging parents moving in, or a move to a brand new city. All of these feel better when you update your home to reflect the new season. If you're ready to make a few intentional changes to your home without buying all new furniture or feeling guilty about wanting something different, this episode is for you. In This Episode: Your home matters more right now than you think. There's research showing women's stress hormones are directly tied to how they describe their homes, which means a cluttered, unfinished space can be working against you during an already overwhelming season. Giving yourself permission to change things. You don't have to wait for more time to pass, and you're allowed to rearrange, repaint, and swap out anything that no longer fits. Some objects trigger memory and emotion whether you're thinking about it or not, and one client's story about a rocking chair shows how to keep the sentiment without the sadness. Where to start depending on your situation. Specific first steps for divorce, blending families, an empty nest, aging parents moving in, or settling into a new city. Resources Mentioned: Free Decluttering and Decorating Guides: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free 1-1 Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, updates, and more delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you are loving the podcast, I would really appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps other women who are overwhelmed or frustrated in their homes find the show so they can start creating homes they love. Thank you so much!  Looking for 1-1 help? Clutter is a pain. Let's make decluttering easier. You can book a Clear the Clutter session at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related Episodes:  14: Interior Design Mistakes Homeowners Make And How To Avoid Them 11: Decorating Ideas Not Matching Your Budget? 5 Ways To Create Your Dream Home Without A Billionaire Bank Account 09: 5 Ways Good Interior Design Makes Your Life Easier

  4. Aug 26

    16: Aging Parents With Too Much Stuff? Help Them Declutter Without A Power Struggle or Hurting Their Feelings

    The garage that’s filled with so many things that a car hasn’t parked there since 1992. Collections from hobbies that haven't been touched in over a decade in the room no one is allowed to touch. Box upon box upon box of old photos and papers… If you've ever walked into your parents' home and felt your chest tighten a little at the sheer amount of stuff while hoping and praying an additional storage unit doesn’t also exist somewhere, this episode is for you. And if you've tried to talk to them about decluttering, downsizing, or organizing their home and it turned into an argument, or they shut down completely, or they agreed just to get you to stop talking but never followed through, you know that this can be tricky. But it is possible to help your parents declutter in a way that respects their autonomy, protects your relationship, and maybe (just maybe) make progress so you won’t have to tackle all of their belongings later in life. In This Episode: Approach the decluttering conversation with how it will benefit them. Because while your reasons for wanting to help your parents declutter are probably very well meaning and  practical, leading with them can make your parents super defensive.  Why not asking for permission before you start touching their things will probably backfire.  What research shows is the most effective way to declutter with your aging parents.  The importance of letting them tell the stories behind the clutter (even if you don’t want to hear them).  Resources Mentioned: Free Decluttering and Decorating Guides: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free 1-1 Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, updates, and more delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you are loving the podcast, I would really appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps other women who are overwhelmed or frustrated in their homes find the show so they can start creating homes they love. Thank you so much!  Looking for 1-1 help? Clutter is a pain. Let's make decluttering easier. You can book a Clear the Clutter session at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related Episodes: EP 5: Create a Decluttering Routine That Won't Make You Lose Your Mind Ep 7: Decluttering Routines That Continue Working Even When Your Life Changes

  5. Aug 11

    15: Don't Declutter Your Home Until You Do This First

    You’ve got the trash bag, the donation box, a good playlist, and the motivation to finally tackle that room today. Forty-five minutes in, you're surrounded by more piles than when you started, second-guessing every decision, and this whole decluttering and getting organized thing feels harder than it should. Before you touch another thing, let’s simplify decluttering and get clear on how you want the room to look, feel, and function.   In This Episode: Why decision fatigue derails decluttering attempts. Without a clear standard to measure things against, exhaustion can hit fast. Three questions to ask before you declutter any room. A simple exercise that turns vague goals like "cozy but uncluttered" into something more personalized and specific so you can strategically declutter.  What it means if you keep decluttering the same space. It's usually one of two things. Why you need a stopping time, not just a starting time. Decision fatigue sets in faster than you think, and pushing past it usually isn’t the best idea. A cheaper fix than buying new furniture. Sometimes the piece you've been searching for is already sitting in your garage. Resources Mentioned: Free Decluttering and Decorating Guides: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free 1-1 Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, updates, and more delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you are loving the podcast, I would really appreciate it if you would leave a review. It helps other women who are overwhelmed or frustrated in their homes find the show so they can start creating homes they love. Thank you so much!  Looking for 1-1 help? Clutter is a pain. Let's make decluttering easier. You can book a Clear the Clutter session at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related Episodes: EP 5: Create a Decluttering Routine That Won't Make You Lose Your Mind Ep 7: Decluttering Routines That Continue Working Even When Your Life Changes

  6. Aug 4

    14: Interior Design Mistakes Homeowners Make And How To Avoid Them

    You've painted the walls, bought the furniture, hung the art. Your home should feel done. But something still feels unfinished and you can't quite put your finger on it. Most women blame their budget, or figure they never really nailed down their style. Usually it's one simple decorating misstep, and it's fixable without starting over. This episode walks through the interior design mistakes I see most often, why they affect you more than you'd think, and exactly what to do instead. In This Episode: Skipping a plan before you buy furniture is one of the most expensive mistakes you can make, and one of the easiest to avoid. The things you keep but don't love. Old furniture, hand-me-downs, or pieces tied to a relationship you've moved past… it’s time to get rid of those. Decorating for Jenny down the block. Choosing paint colors and furniture for resale value or someone else's opinion instead of your own style and preferences can keep you from truly loving your home.  The 75% finished room. Why stopping short of the last few touches keeps a space feeling unfinished. Bonus: what to do if your home feels like a random collection of stuff with no real style. Resources Mentioned: Free Decluttering and Decorating Guides: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free 1-1 Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, updates, and more delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you are loving the podcast, please leave a rating and review. It helps other women who need help in their homes find the podcast. Thank you! Looking for 1-1 help? Clutter is a pain. Let's make decluttering easier. You can book a Clear the Clutter session at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related Episodes: EP 9: 5 Ways Good Interior Design Makes Your Life Easier EP 6: 5 Interior Design Hacks For When You've Decorated, But Your Room Still Feels Off  EP 4: 5 Tips To Ditch Pinterest Perfection And Decorate The Home You Have

  7. Jul 29

    13: Your Decluttering Plan So Back To School Doesn't Mean Back To Chaos

    August has a way of sneaking up on you. One minute it's the Fourth of July, and the next you're standing in a store surrounded by notebooks and pencils, wondering how summer went so fast and why your house looks like there was an explosion in every room. If you want this school year to feel like a fresh start instead of barely controlled chaos, this episode is for you. In This Episode: The four spaces that actually matter before school starts (hint: the closet you’ve been meaning to get to for the past 5 years isn't one of them). A 30-minute reset for clearing out everything left over from the last school. How to set up systems for backpacks, school papers, and homework so weekly meltdowns (Theirs? Yours? No judgment) aren’t happening like clockwork. A listener question about decluttering a kid's room when they don't want you touching their stuff, and a game that makes it easier for everyone. Resources Mentioned: Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Related episode on Zombie Decluttering: Episode 10 Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, and updates delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you love the podcast, please leave a review. Your support helps me reach more women who are overwhelmed in their homes. Thank you! Related Episodes: 10: Zombie Decluttering: Get Your Kids and Husband to Help So You Have More Time for Making Fun Memories 07: Decluttering Routines That Continue Working Even When Your Life Changes 08: Summer Organizing Routines to Keep Your Home From Falling Apart When the Kids Are Out of School

  8. Jul 21

    12: Home Organization: The Self Care Routine You've Been Missing

    You know about self care… It seems like it is everywhere right now. And maybe when you get a free moment, you’ll take the bubble bath, hit the yoga class, or book the pedicure. But that's the catch: scheduling self care assumes you have free time for it.  If you've tried all the things and still can't fully relax or catch your breath, the thing draining you might be the environment you're coming home to every day. I try to avoid talking in absolutes, but often the home stuff (decluttering, decorating, organizing, cleaning) falls on women. So if you're the woman who is always managing everything, and the one holding everything together, rest isn't optional. It's necessary. And having a decluttered, organized home can help you get that much needed rest.    Resources Mentioned: Clear the Clutter session: www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter Next Steps: Grab the Decluttering and Organizing Quick Wins Guide or Home Clarity Guide at www.simplifiedhomedesign.com/free and get weekly tips, new ideas, and updates delivered to your inbox every Thursday. If you love the podcast, please leave a review. Your support helps me reach more women who are overwhelmed in their homes. Thank you! Related Episodes: 07: Decluttering Routines That Continue Working Even When Your Life Changes 05: Create A Decluttering Routine That Won't Make You Lose Your Mind 03: Clutter Piles Everywhere? Try These Organizing Ideas

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Your home should be your retreat, not a never-ending to do list. Simplify Your Home is the go-to podcast for busy women who are over being frustrated in their homes and are ready to take action to create homes they love. If you're looking for simple, realistic decluttering, organizing, and decorating solutions that work even when you’re exhausted or short on time, you're in the right place. Hey there! I’m Nicole, a professional home organizer and interior decorator. I’ve lived in over 15 homes through every season of life- from single, to married, to a single mom, and now happily remarried with kids and a goofy pit bull. I know firsthand what it feels like to be surrounded by piles, unfinished projects, and rooms that just don’t work. The good news? With the right decluttering and decorating plan, you absolutely can create a home you love without starting over from scratch. Ready?  Each week you’ll learn how to: 🏡 Declutter your space without the guilt, overwhelm, or the never-ending cycle of starting over 🏡 Organize your home with flexible, personalized systems that actually stick… even when life gets crazy 🏡 Decorate and style spaces you genuinely love without blowing your budget or following trends that don’t feel like you 🏡 Understand interior design principles and styles that finally make your home feel cohesive and intentional 🏡 Create simple routines to maintain your home that don’t require a toddler’s energy level So let’s kick overwhelm and frustration to the curb together… Even if you don’t know where to start. Even if you’ve tried everything before. And even if your home currently looks like a tornado just blew through. Hit follow, and let’s start turning your home into the retreat it was always meant to be. New episodes drop every Tuesday.  Free Resources: https://simplifiedhomedesign.com/free Clear the Clutter 1-1 Session: https://simplifiedhomedhomedesign.com/clear-the-clutter

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