Learn how you can get your home organized with my easy step-by-step organization course. My course is full of organization ideas as well as home organization tips and tricks to get your life and home organized and keep it that way.
ONLINE DECLUTTERING COURSE
For the past several months I have been putting together my Online Organization Course, The Balanced Home. I am excited to teach you my decluttering and cleaning process. These processes also teach you how to create simple routines and cleaning schedules which allow you to naturally maintain your clean and organized home.
No need to hire a professional organizer, or live with the clutter because you will have the skills and learn how to overcome any mental barriers or fears you might have to get started!
WHAT DOES THE ORGANIZATION COURSE COVER?
The Balanced Home Organization Core
($1,000 Value)Contains my core Decluttering and Organization Processes, which shows you how to:
- Learn how to declutter and organize your home–by learning processes and techniques that really work!
- Deal with stuff you don’t know how to get rid of
- Understand what qualifies as hoarding
- Understand how to overcome hoarding tendencies
- Deal with your junk room or junk drawer
The Tools
- Workbook, Resources, Labels, and More ($250 Value). Contains everything you need to help guide you through each lesson, including:
- An easy-to-follow workbook to guide you step-by-step through the lessons
- Printable Labels
- A vision sheet for your home
- A working checklist of tasks you can accomplish in 30 minutes or less
- Shopping and To-Do Lists
- Monthly Calendar and Weekly Schedule
The Mental Foundation
The best processes to overcome mental barriers from Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi’s Mastermind Course ($200 Value). Helps you to find the time, the energy and the motivation to organize your home by:
- Discovering your “true, internal why” -> what motivates you to want an organized home
- Helping you clearly identify what is holding you back from success
- Teaching you how to organize your schedule to create new pockets of time
- Helping you discover what is most important for you to accomplish with your time, as opposed to just urgent or habit
- Helping you cut out the things that aren’t important and identify gaps in your schedule you can dedicate to working on your home
Your Ideal Home
The best processes to set and achieve your vision by breaking it down into actionable steps ($300 Value). Teaches you how to break down an overwhelming project into small, manageable steps, by:
- Clearly defining your goal and vision for your home
- Learning how to evaluate specific rooms and identify what you want to be improved
- Identifying specific, easy to complete tasks in each room that will contribute to your overall goal without overwhelming you
- Getting your family or others involved in the process
Cleaning and Maintaining
The best processes to clean and maintain your home after it has been organized ($200 Value).Teaches you how to maintain your home once it is clean and keep it organized, by:
- Providing you with the basic cleaning routines you need to naturally stay in control of your home
- Teaching you my amazing “Ten-Minute Clean-up” process, which allows you to clean an entire floor / room in ten minutes or less!
- Showing you how to establish routines with your kids and other members of the family
- Sharing important resources such as chore cards, favorite cleaning products, and a deep-cleaning checklist, and more
- Explaining the laundry routine we use in our home to get our laundry done every week without even thinking about it
- Teaching you how to deep clean your home after it has been decluttered and organized
- Showing you how to help the other members of your household be on the same page and not “unclean” your home
During the course, we will:
- Show you the process of how to go throughout your home decluttering, cleaning, and organizing. Then you can take this process and go throughout all the rooms in your home–including the bathrooms, kitchen, craft room, home office, basement, entryway, playroom, garage, attic, and all other rooms in your home–cleaning and organizing.
- Clean out and organize not just the rooms themselves, but organization spaces such as closets, shelves, drawers, and bookshelves.
- Learn how to properly use organization equipment, such as bins, drawer organizers, storage bins, food storage containers, lids, and baskets.
The Private Balanced Home Community
(BONUS – Priceless). Provides a community that you can go to whenever you need a place where you…
- Seek inspiration and ideas from others
- Receive support and motivation from others
- Share your successes and see the successes of others as we all work towards finding balance and clarity in our homes.
- Can ask questions and let me know what you may still need help with so that I can continue to cater the course to your needs
What Do People Have To Say About My Organization Course?
“This course was instrumental in helping me organize my space as well as my time. As a busy mom, I have a better grasp on what my days need to include so that I can enjoy my family rather than spend my time spinning my wheels cleaning up after everyone.”
“The Balanced Home Course helped me to be the “professional organizer” for my family! Simple steps to follow, check lists, printable labels, suggestions and worksheets will keep you on track to successfully maintain your own balanced home.”
“I am pretty sure I have solved more issues with the seven layers and clarity tool than I have in 6 months of therapy!! I think this course is going to help much more than my home. Thanks Amy!!!!”
When I realized I had been overcomplicating the idea of organization, that simplifying was a key component, then things really started to fall into place!”
When I realized I had been overcomplicating the idea of organization, that simplifying was a key component, then things really started to fall into place!””
HOW TO GET MOTIVATED TO ORGANIZE YOUR HOME
HOW TO OVERCOME FEARS AND MENTAL BARRIERS
I asked and these are the things that are holding you back from getting started! I made sure my course helped you overcome your specific fears and developed processes to address each of the concerns below. Have you ever had any of the same concerns?
- “I don’t have the time.”
- “I don’t know how to break it down into manageable chunks.”
- “How do I balance other activities?”
- “I don’t have enough energy / motivation.”
- “I’m overwhelmed and don’t know where to start.”
- “I’m scared / unable to commit.”
- “I don’t trust myself.”
- “I don’t have the confidence I will finish.”
- “How do I maintain / keep on top of it?”
- “I have a hard time with inconsistency / finding balance.”
- “I’m afraid of quitting too soon and having it be a mess.”
- “How do I build the habits and routines?”
- “Keeping it clean and organized”“Staying focused and not getting distracted.”
- “What if I have physical limitations.”
- “I don’t have the supplies / resources / money (i.e. containers etc.) / storage space.”
- “I don’t want to part with things.”
- “What Do I do with all the stuff? Donate? Kids?”
- “What if I need it later?”
- “My family has stuff they want to keep.”
- “Family is not being helpful or even counterproductive… How do I get my family on board?”
- “No sense of design / vision for what I want.”
- “Lack of knowledge.”
- “Afraid of not doing it right.”
- “Being okay with not having it perfect.”
STILL NOT READY TO BUY?
Because I know that sometimes it can be difficult to take that initial leap of faith, I wanted to give you something that would allow you to get your feet wet a little, something that you could access RIGHT NOW. I think you’ll like it. I’ve opened up a “sneak peek” section of my course, where you can access one or two of the lessons that are a part of The Balanced Home Course. If you click the button below you will be able to create your own personal account / log in for the course and access the “sneak peek” videos.
OTHER ORGANIZATION PROJECTS
If you are interested in taking a deeper look into some of the spaces in my home, check out the following posts!
), and I wanted to find myself at a healthier point that I did at 39 last year.
wow! i can not imagine eliminating all of that! i recently found out that i am highly intolerant to corn so have had to remove that. i feel like every day is a battle and it messes with my mind. knowing i ate something bad, but not sure what. it’s so hard to make all my food from scratch each day. it is worth it though. i can’t believe how good i feel when i stay corn free!
I am so sorry to hear that Beth! Corn is a really hard one…it is hidden in everything! It is for sure an everyday battle. Making food from scratch is one of my challenges too with so many other responsibilities! Thanks so much for your comment!
I know how you are feeling. suddenly my son was allergic to corn , wheat, eggs, soy , milk, all tree nuts. and he was only 5 and it was hard on him to not eat the foods kids were used to . he lost weight and we had a hard time finding things he liked without corn. This was something that just happened and 6 years later he is able to eat the things again minus the milk that’s a major allergy he had at birth. so there I a possibility you will get better again. something just sped up his immune system . his antibodies were really high and after we pulled him off of the foods they got lower. I was told that if something sped it up for some unknown cause there is a chance the immune system will settle down again. and his did. hes better.
Oh wow! So many of the same common food allergies. I am glad to hear he is now able to eat most of the foods again. We are hoping that will be the same for me. I do think I have more issues with dairy, gluten and soy. Thanks so much for sharing your story with me. It is nice to find others who understand what you are struggling with on a daily basis!
This must be really hard, but in the end: what an eye opener for you ! I guess this is when you really don’t have other choice that you then realize how bad some food is for you (and usually… for all of us but we eat it anyway).
I would LOVE for you to share what you now eat, what your diet consist in.
And it will get easier as your new cooking repertoire will expand, new favorites will be found and loved.
It has truly been an eye opener…and in hindsight…a blessing. It is so true about our convenience foods. I eat a lot of the following: Salmon, Halibut, shrimp, chicken, brown rice, potatoes (red, brown and sweet), fresh fruits, fresh veggies and almonds. I cook most of my food in coconut oil and drink water. I also now drink almond milk and coconut milk (but sparingly). I can eat tortillas but do so sparingly and eat a lot of “lettuce wraps”. I am finding more Paleo friendly recipes that I enjoy too.
Thanks so much for your support!
Wow, that is so amazing that you can stick to those food restrictions. I applaud you for such hard work and determination.
Also as a small side note…I have a hard time finding cute shorts that are long, where did you get those white shorts you have on in the picture? And where did you get the blue shirt too? You have such great style! I would have never guessed you were turning 40, you look so young and cute
It has been VERY hard…and I am not 100% perfect. When I went to NY I ate what I wanted! LOL! I did pay for it later. I think the fact that I feel bad after eating things helps immensely. I do still have some issues to work out somedays but feel like I am at least on the right track to feeling more like my old self. Thank you so much for your sweet comment. You made my night! I got the shorts at Dillards and the name brand is Westbound. Here is a link to the ones I have: http://www.dillards.com/product/Westbound-Slimming-Bermuda-Shorts_301_-1_301_503835293?df=04014062_zi_black_white_check
Oh and the shirt I got from http://chicorchid.com
You are so amazing! I’m not sure I could do as well as you’ve done on such a restricted diet. You’re an inspiration!
I love this post. I love that you shared with us when you were ready. You are inspiring. My daughter went gluten free about a year ago (age 9 then) and two weeks into it she said, “I’m never eating gluten again.” because she suddenly had days free of stomach pains. It is crazy what it does to you and the cooking from scratch is such a huge change. Especially when, if you are like me, would rather be anywhere than the kitchen. Now to work on my own healthy eating. :) Thank you for sharing.
I miss you Amy! I am so glad you are feeling better!!!!
Thanks Steph! I miss you too! Hope you are feeling okay this summer with the kids and that growing baby! xo
Thank you for sharing this very personal experience! I am new to your site and love it. My numb and swollen arm and hand needed the inspiration to continue to investigate the possibility of Hypothyroidism. Thank you for blessing me with your sharing!
Oh no Emily! Yes! Definitely look into it. Have the T3 and T4 tests done as well as sometimes the “routine” blood test they use can miss hypothyroid problems. I was normal on that one…but my T3 and T4 tests showed that I indeed had hypo. I hope you can get some answers. It is so hard to not know why we are suffering through something.
How did you get the food allergy test? I asked my GI about it and she had me do a blood test, but it didn’t really show much. I’ve been cutting a lot of food out (dairy, anything fatty or acidic which sadly includes lots of fruits and some veggies, and starting gluten this week) and it’s really tough, especially when a lot of social events center around food. I started cutting food out about a year and a half ago and I was also a wreck, it’s so emotionally difficult. I wish that by cutting all these foods out, that somehow it would make things all better, but so far it’s not. Here’s hoping we figure it out eventually!
I went to an allergy specialist and had a skin test done. They test for 17 of the major and more common food allergies. They can do a more accurate test if I need one down the road…but so far it looks as if we are on the right track. I get tested again in a few months. I can totally relate to feeling the difficulty at social events. It can be hard to find something that will work. It for sure has been an up and down road here too. Good luck to you. I hope you can start feeling better all of the time! It can be so frustrating!
I’m so sorry that you hurt your foot so bad. That must have been so frustrating!! I’m so glad you are feeling better! Who would have thought that food could tualy be poisoning you. Glad you got it all figured out.
Thanks Crystal. This whole food allergy thing has been a huge eyeopener to me in so many different ways. Thanks for your sweet comment. I always appreciate them! And yes…I don’t like to not be able to do what I want to do and when I want to do it. I am learning patience! :)
You are rockin! I am so amazed with your strength… and willpower not to cheat with a DP each day! I’m sure it is worth it- you look awesome and we’re glad to hear you’re feeling mucho better!! Keep it up hot momma! XOXOOXO
It has been really difficult. I have cried over food…more than I care to admit LOL! I have not been perfect! Thanks so much for your sweet comment. I am feeling a lot better about the whole situation! Love you girls! xo
I did almost the same accident with my ankle Memorial Day weekend except I fractured it. The boot was a lovely summer shoe. :) Can you tell me about the doTerra oil you mentioned. What do you use them for? After I read your post yesterday, I read a few other blogs mention them for allergies and I am very interested in them.
I love your blog! I understand your privacy and thank you for sharing!
Oh no! That is not fun, especially on your holiday! As far as the doTerra oils go…I simply LOVE them. I used wintergreen, aroma touch, lemongrass and deep blue on my foot and swollen injury areas. A few drops a day and just rubbed them in my skin. I really feel like it helped with the swelling and my quick healing. My doctor has been surprised with my healing rate for how severe it started out. I buy mine from my oil gal and you can get them through me here if you are interested. Julie Crowell is my doTerra rep and she is so knowledgeable about the oils. Tell her I sent you and she will take care of you. http://www.dropsforlife.co/idearoom.html#.UeWfJRYTvw4
Oh Amy, what an update! I’m so glad it ended on an “uphill” note. Take care and I’m thinking about you.
Thanks so much Brittany!! We have both had some struggles!! Hope you are on the uphill as well!
Goodness! Thanks for sharing your battle. Just found your blog but can totally relate on several levels. My daughter has had multiple life-threatening food allergies her entire life (18 yrs), so we have all lived through the daily struggles, the school parties, the social situations where everything revolves around food. I can feel your pain/frustration. She’s allergic to all nuts and soy. She’s always carried Epipens and that has it’s own challenges. Do know that everything gets easier with practice and time. I realize you have even more allergies, which is harder, but hopefully they are not anaphylactic allergies? (you don’t have to answer that; I’m just hoping for you.) Your post has made me think, though, that its time I get myself checked. I have felt awful for years but I have spent all my time trying to keep my daughter alive through meals, that I never really considered that I could have my own intolerances/allergies. You’ve given me the nudge to do something about it. Thank you again for sharing!
I can not imagine how difficult it was to deal with life threatening allergies especially before all the helps that have come out in the last few years. I do not have anaphylactic allergies thank goodness so that does help. I hope you can find some answers now that you have time to put more focus on yourself. I am sure your daughter appreciates all the hard work and efforts it took. Thanks so much for your sweet comment.
Amy,
I know a bit about all this and I admire your self discipline. I am sure we would all feel better with similar changes! I am so glad to hear your foot is getting better. I know how hard it is to recover from an injury like that. I love summer but sometimes I hate the noise, mess and always the fighting. I do love the sleeping late, no homework, and lighter schedule and all this sunshine makes it all ok- most days!
Ah Laura! You are so sweet! I know right? The changes really are just overall great life style and health changes :). I hope you are doing well and that you are enjoying the last little bit of summer. It really is going so fast!
Your blog about allergies hit me about the same time. I’ll be 41 years this year. The Dr. said no corn and chicken and highly allergic to molds, diary and tress. Ugh ! I haven’t started the diet I tried and with four kids it was hard. I ‘m starting to have tingling in my arms and legs the Dr. said it’s the food. You inspire me to get back on diet to feel better. I will continue to follow your blog and insights are so helpful. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks you for sharing your story Kelly! I can totally relate. It is really hard especially when you have to cook for a family too. I am not perfect but it does seem to get better. And feeling better is a great motivation. Good Luck!
I am in the exact same boat! A hypothyroid and I’ve been gluten and dairy free for almost a year, and I still experience sypmtoms that are exactly the same. Especially the bloating of face and tummy. I want to find a doctor and allergist, but I don’t know where to start. What type of doctor did you see? Most prescribe synthroid, and I want to try Armour. Could you give me tips on how to find similar help?