Podcast: 'W' is for Wiping Up Spills

Podcast: ‘W’ is for Wiping Up Spills

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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 episode, Stephanie dives into the power of immediate action using the simple act of wiping up spills—both literal and metaphorical. From hanging a rag on a command hook to taking tiny steps toward emotional clarity and productivity, this episode blends practical home organization with holistic self-awareness. Learn how procrastination, perfectionism, and low energy affect our ability to act, and how to shift your mindset with micro-actions that build trust with your future self.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

A simple tip to encourage everyone in your household to clean up after themselves
How small daily actions prevent bigger problems later
Why procrastination is rarely about laziness
Micro-actions that help break the cycle of overwhelm and avoidance
How to reframe your self-talk and support your future self
The power of creating a “now list” vs. a daunting to-do list
Why Parkinson’s Law helps you finish more in less time

Quote of the Episode

“You wiping up that spill—huge. Compliment yourself. You texting your friend who you hadn’t texted in months—celebrate it. Any action is worth celebrating.” -Stephanie King

Actionable Steps

Hang a rag on a command hook in a spill-prone spot (kitchen, bathroom, etc.)
Anchor one micro-action: What small thing can you do right now to feel better?
Create a “Now List”—not a to-do list, but a list of 1-5 minute actions
Set a 10-minute timer and do one task—then celebrate yourself!
Pause & reflect: Where in your life are you procrastinating out of perfectionism or fatigue?

Resources Mentioned

Command hooks for hanging rags: link
Parkinson’s Law: link
Circle or square breathing technique: link
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 one “spill” you wiped up today—literal or metaphorical 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 X! We’ll explore Xing-out Completed Household tasks and how check lists help us keep on top of our households. Tune in for expert insights on creating habits that stick and make daily life easier.

Timestamp

Start Chapter Title
[00:00] Welcome + podcast intro
[01:13] “W” is for Wiping Up Spills – and deeper meaning
[02:33] Command hook + rag strategy
[03:40] How immediate cleanup prevents bigger messes
[04:50] What “spills” look like in daily life
[06:10] Procrastination vs. laziness vs. perfectionism
[08:00] Tools for low energy and brain fog days
[08:50] Try the “Now List” + breathwork + micro actions
[10:00] The 10-minute timer trick
[11:30] Celebrating progress, not perfection
[13:00] Self-love, nervous system regulation, and showing up
[14:00] Parkinson’s Law explained + applied to organizing
[15:00] Building self-trust through small actions
[16:30] Encouragement and closing thoughts

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.