145. Resetting the Atmosphere: The Neuroscience of a 5-Minute Tidy Before Meals

Welcome to The Slay At Home Podcast! In today’s episode, we dive into a small yet powerful habit that can change the atmosphere of your home: the 5-Minute Tidy before meals.

As a busy mom, you’ve probably found yourself struggling to transition from the chaos of the day into a peaceful mealtime. But what if you could reclaim your home’s emotional climate in just five minutes? You can!

In this episode, we explore the neuroscience behind the 5-Minute Tidy and how it can regulate your family’s nervous systems, reduce stress, and promote connection—without requiring a Pinterest-perfect home. This habit isn’t just about tidying; it’s about creating a calming ritual that helps reset your family’s energy and supports emotional regulation.

Whether you're dealing with family support struggles, clutter, or the daily overwhelm of cleaning, this episode will help you start small and find peace with the process.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:

• Learn how to use predictable rituals to reduce household stress and promote a calm environment, especially when juggling a busy schedule.

• Actionable tips for moms who struggle with chaotic evenings, family dynamics, and managing daily routines.

• Simple, science-backed strategies to reset your home in less time than it takes to cook dinner.

• Encouragement for moms in survival mode: You don’t need a perfectly tidy home—just a few minutes of intentional reset to shift the mood.

 

***Dive Deeper:***

1. Calm & Clutter-Free Moms: Simplifying Homemaking Together

2. Digital Cleaning Planner (with full year done-for-you cleaning schedule mapped out for you!)

3. Type B to Queen Bee Declutter Bootcamp™ + Monthly Coaching + Private Community