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EPISODE · Aug 6, 2026 · 1H 3M

How to Escape the Quicksand of Housework & Prioritize Self-Care #231

from Self-Care Goddess Podcast · host Rita Savoia

Are you constantly busy but still feel like you're falling behind?In Episode #231 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast - UpliftHER Series, Rita Savoia is joined by Lisa Woodruff, Founder & CEO of Organize 365®. Lisa believes along with 87% of Americans that organization is a learnable skill. Yet fewer than 18% of Americans actually consider themselves organized.As the host of the Organize 365 Podcast, with more than 24 million downloads, Lisa shares practical strategies to reduce overwhelm, clear mental clutter, reclaim your time, and create a more productive, organized, and fulfilling life.In this episode, you'll discover:✅ Why household management often feels like "quicksand" and why working harder isn't the answer✅ The hidden mental load that keeps so many women overwhelmed and burned out✅ Why organization is a skill anyone can learn✅ How treating your home more like a business can reduce stress and decision fatigue✅ The powerful "Sunday Basket" system and how it helps organize paperwork, tasks, projects, and responsibilities✅ Why your brain isn't designed to remember everything, and how externalizing your thoughts improves productivity✅ The science behind executive function, working memory, and cognitive load✅ Why writing tasks by hand can improve memory and mental clarity✅ Practical ways to reclaim hours each week through better systems instead of more effort✅ How to delegate complete responsibilities instead of constantly carrying the mental load✅ Why perfection is keeping many women stuck✅ How household organization changes through different life stages, from raising children to caring for aging parents✅ The connection between self-care, productivity, and long-term wellbeing✅ Why creating capacity before life crises occur is one of the greatest forms of self-careIf you've ever felt like you're constantly giving to everyone else while your own needs are pushed aside, this conversation offers practical strategies that can help you simplify your home, reduce overwhelm, and create more space for yourself.🙌🏽 Ensure you are following Lisa Woodruff onWebsiteLinkedInInstagramBook: Presale bonus for purchasing escaping quicksand🎧 Take a breath, press play, and enjoy this conversation.#SelfCare #Organization #Productivity #MentalLoad #Burnout #WomenEmpowerment #WorkLifeBalance #HomeOrganization #ExecutiveFunction ===▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠ ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck.▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout.▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online.▸ Free Resources:– ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠ – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠ – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠  Follow & Connect:Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ X⁠ TikTokYouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

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