086 - Decluttering Before the Holidays: How to Reduce Stress and Create Space for What Matters

In this episode, we’re preparing for the holiday season, that busy time when life starts to feel fuller, faster, and a little more overwhelming than usual. Today, I’m sharing a gentle, holistic approach to decluttering before the holidays, rooted in the Release & Reset foundation of the Holistic Home Method.This isn’t an episode about cleaning your house top to bottom or organizing every drawer. It’s about creating breathing room, in your mind, your heart, and your home, so you can enter the season with more peace and presence, and less pressure and perfectionism.If you’ve been feeling the mental load rise, noticing the clutter creeping in, or sensing that holiday overwhelm is arriving a little too early this year… you’re not alone. And this episode is for you.This conversation is for you if you’ve ever: Felt mentally overloaded before the holidays even begin Carried guilt, pressure, or emotional weight into the season Looked around your home and thought, “It’s already too much…” Wanted a calmer, simpler, more intentional holiday experienceWondered how to prepare for the season without burning outWe’ll explore: Why mental clutter is often the first warning sign of holiday overwhelm How emotional clutter shows up during the holidays and how to release it with compassion A simple reset to declutter the spaces you’ll use mostHow to declutter toys and kids’ spaces before new things come in Ways to reduce clutter at the source through mindful consumption The small shifts that make the biggest difference in creating a peaceful holiday homeWhether you’re preparing to host loved ones, navigating full schedules, or trying to protect your energy through the holiday rush, this episode will help you make space for what truly matters — connection, presence, rest, and joy.If you’re ready to feel lighter and more grounded this season, take a deep breath, settle in, and let’s gently clear a little room together.Let’s release what’s weighing you down, reset what needs to shift, and make space for the holiday season you actually want.Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The Declutter QuickStart Guide & Checklists - Free Resource https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/quickstartJoin the Clutter Clearing Challenge A 3-part workshop to help you clear clutter mentally, emotionally, and physically  https://thecommonnest.myflodesk.com/clutterclearingLet’s Connect!If you loved this episode, I’d love to hear from you! Screenshot this episode, share it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @thecommonnest. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast—it helps us reach more people who need support in creating a home that feels good. 💛Work with Christy:Please reach out if you’d like to explore how we can work together to create a happier, healthier home with a holistic approach.Find out more about The Holistic Home Method:  https://www.thecommonnest.com/holistichomeLooking for personalized support? Check out:Love Your Home: https://www.thecommonnest.com/loveyourhomeDon't know where to start? Book a FREE Discovery Call:   https://calendly.com/tcn-christy/30minWant to grow in a community?Join the Holistic Home Membership:  https://www.thecommonnest.com/membershipYou can find more from The Common Nest here:Website: https://www.thecommonnest.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecommonnest/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecommonnest/