Organizing with Ease Podcast

Episode 188 — Momentum Over Perfection: Simplifying the Holiday Season

Diana Moll

Get It Done — The December Series 

If you’ve ever tried to create the “perfect holiday,” only to end up tired, frazzled, and wishing for January — this one’s for you. 

In this cozy coffee chat, Diana shares how to trade perfection for peace and find momentum through small, intentional actions. Using her signature Fresh Start Method®, she walks you through how to simplify, tweak, and reset your holiday season so you can enjoy what truly matters — not just check more boxes. 

Grab your favorite mug and settle in — it’s time to simplify December and savor the joy again. 

 

 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 

  • Why chasing “perfect” steals the joy from the season 
  • How to apply the Fresh Start Method® to your holiday 
  • Practical examples of simplifying décor, schedules, and expectations 
  • The “Holiday Bin” system that saves time (and sanity) 
  • The power of small resets — 10 minutes that change your day 
  • A simple challenge to help you build calm and momentum this week 

 

 Key Takeaways 

  • Simplifying isn’t quitting — it’s prioritizing what actually matters. 
  • A tiny tweak to your systems (like a holiday prep bin or pre-planned meals) can save hours of stress. 
  • Rest isn’t idleness — it’s how you refill your energy so you can show up better. 
  • Perfection doesn’t create memories — presence does. 
  • Momentum builds when you protect your peace, not your to-do list. 

 Stats & Quotes Mentioned 

“Don’t aim for perfection — aim for progress.” — Sheryl Sandberg
“Rest is not idleness; it is preparation.” — Anonymous
70% of people enjoy the holidays more when they simplify their plans (YouGov)
61% report improved focus after intentional quiet breaks (American Institute of Stress) 

 

 This Week’s Get It Done Challenge 

Pick one area to simplify — your décor, your schedule, or your expectations.
Then make one small tweak that saves you time or stress.
Finally, schedule one reset moment for yourself — a pause, a breath, or a cup of coffee in quiet. 

 Click here to download The Ultimate Holiday Planner 2025

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