Podcast: ‘M’ is for Making the Bed Each Day

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Podcast Description

Welcome to the ABCs of Home Organization, the podcast that simplifies home management one letter and habit at a time. Join Stephanie King as she shares practical organizing principles inspired by her book, The ABCs of Home Organization. In each episode, you’ll gain actionable steps to clear clutter, establish routines, and create a home that brings joy and peace.

Episode Summary

In this uplifting and insightful episode, Stephanie explores the letter M. What seems like a simple morning task becomes a cornerstone habit that sets the tone for the entire day. Stephanie dives into the power of daily micro-routines, how they ripple out into transformation in all areas of life—home, mind, energy, and spirit—and how making your bed can kickstart an empowered, peaceful, and productive life.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why making the bed each morning is more powerful than you think
• The concept of “keystone habits” and how they build momentum
• Micro-routines that help keep your home tidy in under five minutes
• How habits like making the bed connect to spiritual and emotional clarity
• Proven methods like habit stacking and the 4-minute rule

Quote of the Episode

“If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed.” – Admiral William H. McRaven

Actionable Steps

• Make your bed every day this week and see what shifts in your energy, attitude, or productivity.
• Try habit stacking—tie bed-making to something you already do each morning (like brushing your teeth).
• Involve your kids by encouraging them to take ownership of their space with simple bed-making.
• Incorporate other micro-routines, like a nightly tidy-up session or returning items to their “home” with a catch-all basket
• Journal three things you’re grateful for each morning or night.
• Take 30 seconds to be present—close your eyes, breathe, and check in with your surroundings.

Resources Mentioned

• Habit Stacking by BJ Fogg, mentioned in his book, Tiny Habits.
• Keystone Habits by Charles Duhigg, mentioned in his book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business.
• Join the Podcasting Community on Facebook to connect with like-minded listeners and to share your organizing journey.
• Follow Stephanie on Instagram for before and after reels.
• Explore Stephanie’s book, The ABCs of Home Organization, the inspiration behind the podcast. Use it as a companion guide to follow along with each episode and as a daily reference to help you stay on track with your organizing goals.

Join the Conversation

We want to hear from you! If you feel comfortable, please share your decluttering wins and challenges with us! Also, do you have an item (or two!) that you simply cannot part with, even though part of you thinks it would be better for yourself? Share on our Facebook community [@ABCsOfHomeOrganization] or by reaching out via email at info@ABCsofHomeOrganization.com.

Let’s celebrate every step toward an organized life together.

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Next Episode Teaser

Get ready to dive into the letter N! We’ll explore Neatening Up Assigned Spaces, a requirement for keeping a home organized. Tune in for expert insights on creating habits that stick and make daily life easier.

Timestamp

Start Chapter Title
[00:00] Welcome & introduction
[03:27] Bed making momentum
[04:48] Habit Stacking & 4 Minute Rule
[06:12] Micro-routines for an organized home
[09:57] Life Impact: mind, energy, gratitude, presence
[14:10] Lasting Transformation
[19:33] Bye-bye

Disclaimer

Stephanie or guests on ABCs of Organization Podcast may make suggestions concerning certain items of listener; however, Listener bears the ultimate responsibility for determining how and whether to retain, discard, destroy, store, or otherwise treat all items. ABCs of Organization Podcast hereby disclaims any liability in connection with Listener’s decision concerning any items. Further, ABCs of Organization Podcast urges Listener to speak with Listener’s advisors, accountants, appraisers, and/or attorneys prior to the destruction or disposal of any financial or legal records of any kind.

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