Organize 365 Podcast

Being an executor of an estate is emotionally taxing, but you can navigate it better. Prioritizing your relationships while managing responsibilities is key. It's best to have a single executor for smoother processes. The discussion also highlights the importance of creating memories before loss and encourages organizing important documents ahead of time. Strategies for coping with grief while tackling practical tasks are shared, alongside methods for preserving family dynamics and honoring memories during this challenging time.

Eve M, host of the Feel Better Everyday podcast, author of 365 Ways to Feel Better, and therapist, shares her journey of organization and creativity. She discusses how using the Sunday Basket® method has improved her mental capacity for batch recording podcast content. Eve reveals the benefits of hiring a virtual assistant, freeing her from admin tasks, and enabling her to focus on growth. The conversation also touches on the balance of self-care and productivity, emphasizing the joy found in leisure activities like snorkeling to rejuvenate creativity.

Delve into the complexities of acting as a power of attorney, emphasizing the importance of organization in managing financial duties. Personal stories highlight the challenges caregivers face while navigating these responsibilities. Learn how clear communication can alleviate stress, especially when handling finances for loved ones near the end of life. This insightful discussion underscores the critical balance between preparation and empathy in these vital roles.

Sarah Hart Unger, a pediatric endocrinologist and co-host of the Best of Both Worlds podcast, shares her surprising journey from marathon runner to facing a medical emergency. During a race, she experienced a life-threatening condition, Arrhythmic Cardio Myopathy, which transformed her understanding of health and fitness. Unger discusses the importance of advocacy within the healthcare system, maintaining personal medical records, and the invaluable support from her family during her hospital stay. Her experience highlights the need for preparedness and effective communication in medical crises.

Listeners share empowering stories of transformation through organizational strategies, including hurricane preparation. The discussion delves into the invisible load of caregiving, highlighting emotional and practical challenges, particularly for women. Key strategies for managing health information include maintaining a crucial medical binder. The complexities of caregiving in a multi-family context are explored, along with the role of AI in simplifying medical details. Lastly, effective communication and caregiver well-being are emphasized to enhance support for both patients and families.

Amy L., a busy mom with a love for chickens and a knack for organization, shares her transformative journey amidst chaos. From navigating family challenges, including her father's health issues, to managing her son's autism and daughter's learning differences, Amy found solace in the Sunday Basket concept. She candidly discusses the trials of remodeling her home and the emotional toll of caregiving. Through humor and resilience, Amy emphasizes the importance of organization and seeking community support while adapting to life's unexpected changes.

Prepare for the unexpected with a Go Bag filled with essentials for any emergency. Discover the value of building a packed suitcase to ease the chaos of sudden departures. Explore the shift towards flexibility in disaster readiness, moving beyond traditional checklists. Learn about proactive strategies and the importance of community support in times of crisis. This conversation is not just about survival but about investing in self-sufficiency and being part of the solution when disaster strikes.

Teachers face significant overwhelm, especially post-pandemic, as they navigate high workloads and communication challenges. The discussion offers practical strategies for reducing administrative burdens and enhancing organization. A supportive community is key, with peer collaboration and events like Teacher Camp fostering connection. Emphasis is placed on personalized organizational systems, self-care, and establishing boundaries to prevent burnout. The importance of open communication with administrators and adapting planning styles to individual needs are also highlighted.

Well the time is here! Abby is finally getting a back surgery we knew would need to be done despite all the cortisone shots and physical therapy. I don’t share this so you can plan when your next family member needs you for a surgery. I’m sharing all my planning thoughts and iterations because where else do we hear this stuff? How do you learn how others plan? This is for any event you have coming up that requires a lot of shifting and planning. I’m going into a time where there will be a plan and I can not just “not feel like it.” I have to do what is on the plan in order to have success.  Operation “Take Care of Grayson” What does this mean for me? Full time primary care giver to Grayson. Honestly, I’m using the lens that this is a unique opportunity to spend these months with Grayson and support Abby. The first thing I knew I needed was to think about how I was going to entertain this active big 4 year old. I have a routine I am going to try out based on tiny details of care that Grayson needs and what he’s used to. And I’ve thought about a lil lunch box I can pack for on the go, what all needs to be in my purse at all times for Grayson, and a backpack in the back of the car with things we may need when we are out. The routine is in small chunks of time that I can start to give back to Abby as she recovers.  Next Layer: The Family When going into a time of new demands on your time and capacity, you need to look at it in reverse order to figure out how to still meet as many personal and family obligations as possible. So next my brain went to the rest of my family. How will I care for Greg, Joey, and help Abby through recovery. Greg has this trip to the Keys planned to take with Joey and his dad. It’s important and I encouraged them to still take it. It’s during the first week after Abby’s surgery. I’m asking Greg to take on a few tasks to make sure we all get fed and Grayson gets to and from Daycare.  I’ve been reading up on this surgery and the recovery process. I have tried to consider the physical things Abby may need to aid her in her recovery. But I have also been considering the emotional toll this may have on her. Might be tough watching me play mom to her child for a while. I will do my best to include Abby to keep her spirits up. And the physical therapy! Likely I will have those scheduled before the surgery takes place.  I’m sneaking in an adult field trip before surgery to fill my cup and one after Abby’s surgery to give me something to look forward to. I also looked at work and rearranged the things I need to be in person at, to the mornings, when I will be in the office. I’ve decided to work from home for the first week. And Saturday showed itself as a day I can take advantage of being in the office because Greg can be home with Abby and Grayson on Saturdays. I will be working on my dissertation starting now because I have time and then Saturdays. Please cross your fingers all the research I’m going to do in advance about Prospective Memory will be worth it because I have not got the green like on this yet. But it’s a risk, for times sake, that I have to take.  How Will My Planning Day Workbook Look This Time? So after taking 32 minutes to tell you all about my planning, I opened the Planning Day workbook. I walked through the workbook and shared, off the cuff, my thoughts about how I will plan according to each page. Ha! I was actually caught off guard on a couple of upcoming things like birthdays and our anniversary. Yeah, Abby needs an oil change and I checked but my car is good for a while. These are the things you should be thinking about going into something this big, what can I get done now to make this upcoming busy time more smooth? I am trying to think of everything. I will continue to mull over my calendar and rearrange things as necessary. This is a ridiculous amount of planning that my future self will thank me for doing. This is the kind of detailed planning we do in Planning Day!  EPISODE RESOURCES: The Sunday Basket® Planning Day Sign Up for the Organize 365® Newsletter  Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Share this episode with a friend and be sure to tag Organize 365® when you share on social media!

Heather S., a mental health counselor and mother of five, shares her transformative journey through organization and self-care. She discusses the emotional challenges of caregiving and how the Sunday Basket® helped her manage a busy household. Heather emphasizes the importance of self-care in organization, tackling grief, and mindful living. She also reveals creative strategies for holiday preparations and how decluttering can empower families, all while navigating life's ups and downs with resilience and a sense of humor.