Sorting Through Life

Colleen Waterston and her right-hand pro, Alicia, chat with ICU nurse Danielle about finding order in the middle of a beautiful, busy chaos. Between moving overseas and raising a family, Danielle shares how her ADHD brain actually thrives with a little professional help to lift that heavy mental load of clutter. It’s an honest look… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 18: Sorting Through ADHD and Organized Chaos first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston sits down with Emily Barker from Reuse Minnesota to chat about why giving our stuff a second life is way more impactful than just tossing it in the recycling bin. They dive into the environmental magic of the reuse sector, like how it saves billions of bottles of water and keeps thousands of… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 17: Why Reuse is Way Better Than Just Recycling first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston sits down with Rachel Schromen of Schromen Law to break down why estate planning isn’t just for the elderly and how we can normalize the conversation around our legacies. They dive into the essential documents everyone over 18 needs to have in place to protect themselves and their loved ones from the unexpected.… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 16: Why Estate Planning Matters at Every Single Stage of Life first appeared on AM 950.

Host Colleen Waterston is joined by Greg DeMarco of Choice Connections MN, who is here to talk all things senior living. Greg discusses how to prepare for moving as well as your besr-case scenarios for decluttering and finding the right place for you or your loved one to make the transition to senior living as… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 15: Greg DeMarco on the best case scenario for senior living first appeared on AM 950.

Host Colleen Waterston is joined by her dear friends Anne and Mary for a wonderful conversation about what is a very difficult subject a lot of people will come to face, the time when your mother or elderly parent will have to move from their longtime home. Colleen, Mary, and Anne talk about how to… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 14: Mary and Anne On The Big Move first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston chats with architect Ashley Mitlyng about why a “surgical” approach to home renovation is often better than just building more square footage. They dig into the real-world process of rethinking your space to fit your lifestyle, whether you’re navigating a growing family or planning to age in place comfortably. Between the architecture talk,… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 13: Architect Ashley Mitlyng On Designing A Home That Grows With You first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston sits down with Natalie from Truckload Transformations to talk about the real sweat equity that goes into turning dated furniture into high-end statement pieces. You’ll hear about Natalie’s journey from a college side hustle in her mom’s garage to running a professional refinishing business in a bustling warehouse where the community is just… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 12: Furniture Re-finishing first appeared on AM 950.

Ready to conquer your inbox once and for all? Colleen Waterston sits down with productivity coach Ellen Faye to flip the script on how we handle the daily deluge of emails. They dive into Ellen’s “productivity for how you are wired” philosophy, offering practical, judgment-free strategies to move from inbox overwhelm to total control. Whether… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 11: How to Finally Master Your Inbox with Ellen Faye first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston and Alicia Aragon break down the surprisingly charming book, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning. They dive into how starting this process early—like in your sixties—isn’t just about clearing out clutter; it’s a beautiful way to gift your loved ones a legacy instead of a burden. Whether it’s selling off jewelry to… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 10: The Art of Swedish Death Cleaning first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston dives into the “behind the scenes” of home organization with her client, Jen, to talk about what actually happens when Colleen and her crew visit your home. From tackling a 1950s garage nightmare to figuring out a more intuitive flow for morning coffee, they chat about how small systems—like labeling and zoning—can totally… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 9: Beyond the Before and After with Jen first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen is joined by Alicia and Tiffany from Space by Space Organizing to talk about different methods of organization, plus their own personal touches and how they make every client feel valued as if the person they were organizing for were they themselves. The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 8: Space By Space Method first appeared on AM 950.

Dive into the “filing cabinet of life” to tackle the paperwork, legal documents, and behind-the-scenes admin that keep a life running. Estate attorney and death doula Rachel Schromen joins the conversation to demystify why so many people avoid estate planning and how to overcome the emotional barriers associated with mortality. This series offers practical, candid… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 7: Tackling the Filing Cabinet of Life with Rachel Schromen first appeared on AM 950.

Host Colleen Waterston features her monthly segment, Dying to Get Organized. She is joined by her father, Kevin Waterston, a lifelong funeral director, as Colleen and her dad dive into the practice of cremation and the choices you have to fulfill your final wishes. #SortingThroughLife #HomeOrganization #MindfulLiving #MinnesotaLife #SwedishDeathCleaning #EndofLifePlanning #ProfessionalOrganizer #StressRelief #DeclutterYourLife #FamilyLegacy The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 6: Dying To Get Organized first appeared on AM 950.

In our Behind Closed Drawers series, Colleen sits down with two of her clients, Jen and Natalie, to discuss how professional organizing is about so much more than just tidy shelves. Jen shares her experience of parting with decades of belongings after a divorce, while Natalie opens up about the daunting task of merging her… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 5: Behind Closed Drawers with Jen and Natalie first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen sits down with Feng Shui expert Carol Hyder to explore how the placement of your furniture and the flow of your home can actually change your life. Carol breaks down her “9 minutes for 9 days” rule for clearing clutter and explains why your bedroom should be a mirror-free sanctuary for rest. You’ll learn… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 4: Feng Shui Secrets with Carol Hyder first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen Waterston is joined by productivity coach Ellen Faye to help us move past mid-January resolution guilt and start using our time more intentionally. They dive into why “one size fits all” advice usually fails and how understanding your personal wiring—from your sleep schedule to your personality type—is the real secret to getting things done.… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 3: Productivity for How You’re Wired first appeared on AM 950.

Colleen dives into the heart of Minnesota as we reflect on the deep sense of calm that home organization provides during turbulent times. Joining the conversation is Colleen’s father, Kevin Waterston, a lifelong funeral director, to discuss the practical and emotional weight of “dying to get organized”. From exploring the concept of Swedish death cleaning… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 2: Minnesota Roots and Mindful Planning first appeared on AM 950.

Join Colleen and Alicia for the debut episode of Sorting Through Life as they pull back the curtain on what it’s really like to work as professional organizers. They walk you through the “Space by Space” method and explain why letting a stranger see your messiest junk drawer is actually the best way to start… The post Sorting Through Life – Ep. 1: Meet Colleen and Alicia first appeared on AM 950.