Episode

114 - The Hidden Clutter Nobody Talks About: Time Clutter and the Overscheduled Life

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Modern Homemaking I Mindset and Methods for Happier, Healthier Homes
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May 29, 2026
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Summary

We talk a lot about clutter in the homemaking world, the piles on the counter, the overflowing closets, the junk drawer that haunts us. But what about the clutter that doesn't show up in your home at all? What about the clutter hiding in your calendar? In this episode, we're diving into one of the most overlooked forms of clutter I teach inside the Holistic Home Method - time clutter. And I'm sharing a very personal story about a decision our family made a few years ago that gave us back something we didn't even realize we'd lost: margin, presence, and the kind of ordinary days that actually feel like home. This episode is for you if you've ever: Said yes to something and immediately felt heavier for it Watched your family move through life at a pace that left everyone depleted Wondered why your home still feels chaotic even when the physical clutter is under control Felt the pull of FOMO when you tried to simplify your schedule Sensed that something needs to go, but felt guilty even considering it We'll explore: The three H's of clutter inside the Holistic Home Method (Head, Heart, and Home) and where time clutter fits in Why time clutter is so hard to recognize, and what makes it different from other kinds of clutter The story of how our family let go of spring sports, and what happened when we did How overscheduling shows up in your mind, your emotions, and your home all at once A simple four-step process for releasing time clutter with intention and without guilt Why the margin you create might be the most important thing you give your family this season Whether you're running on empty from a schedule that never seems to slow down, or you're in a quieter season and wondering if you're doing enough, this episode is here to remind you that a full calendar is not the…