5 Tips on Surviving, Thriving & Decluttering with Chronic Illness

5 Tips on Surviving, Thriving & Decluttering with Chronic Illness

Author: Dawn Madsen May 24, 2024 Duration: 39:12
Summer Declutter Challenge: Refresh & Re-Home begins soon! Find full details HERE! Do you or someone you love struggle with decluttering due to chronic illness?  Listen in as Dawn talks with Sarah, a professional organizer and decluttering expert who also deals with chronic illness. She shares five tips to help those with chronic illness overcome hurdles in decluttering and simplify their lives.  IN THIS EPISODE: 0:00 Top tips for surviving and thriving with chronic illness 01:05 Sarah’s Story 3:10 Planning for sickness 5:50 Ask for help how you need in the way YOU need 11:24 How to help others 14:20 Recognizing the mental load 17:26 Encouragement for those with chronic illness 18:46 Simple doesn’t mean bad 26:48 Weird but it works 28:37 Not all jobs are equal 36:34 Convenience sometimes is survival   ABOUT SARAH McDonald Sarah is a declutter expert, professional organizer, minimalist and simple living enthusiast; embracing simplicity, one change at a time.  She came from a family of hoarders, but Sarah broke free and is now on a mission to help others do the same! She believes that less is more and she loves sharing my experiences, tips, and tricks to make life easier and more meaningful. LINKS:  Find Sarah on IG: https://www.instagram.com/smallchangestv/Find Sarah on YT: https://www.youtube.com/@SmallChangesMy jewelry is from Trades of Hope (Shop to help women out of poverty!): https://tradesofhope.com/minimalmom   Mother's Necklace on Etsy: https://cli.re/mom-necklace (I have the gold in 18")Welcome to The Official Minimal Mom Podcast. Thank you so much for listening and could I ask a favor? Would you mind following? It helps podcast apps recommend this podcast to more friends. Thank you! Dawn

Dawn Madsen hosts The Minimal Mom, a practical guide for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of stuff that accumulates in a family home. This isn't about stark, empty spaces, but about creating calm and functionality where it matters most. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who has been through the trenches of toys, paperwork, and overflowing closets. Dawn focuses on actionable strategies you can apply immediately, breaking down the daunting process of decluttering into manageable steps that actually stick. You'll hear honest discussions about the emotional hurdles of letting go, how to involve your household in the process, and how to maintain simplicity amidst the constant flow of family life. The podcast champions the idea that with less physical clutter comes more mental space, time, and energy for the people and activities you truly value. It’s a compassionate resource for rethinking your possessions and habits, offering a steady stream of motivation for your journey toward a lighter, more intentional home. Tune in to this education-focused podcast for grounded advice that makes minimalism feel accessible and deeply rewarding for everyday parents.
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