In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, Angela sits down with Carrie M. Lane, professor and author of More Than Pretty Boxes: How the Rise of Professional Organizing Shows Us the Way We Work Isn’t Working.
Carrie shares what she discovered while researching the organizing and decluttering industry—a female-dominated profession born out of necessity, emotional labor, and a desire for flexible, meaningful work. Together, we explore the connection between clutter, overconsumption, gender roles, entrepreneurship, and the invisible weight women are expected to carry at home and in business.
Whether you’re drowning in physical stuff or just overwhelmed by all the things, this episode will help you unpack what’s really going on—and how to release the pressure to do it all perfectly.
🎙️ In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why professional organizing is about so much more than tidy closets
- How unrealistic expectations and perfectionism lead to burnout and shame
- Why women, especially moms and women of color, are drawn to this work
- The emotional stories we tell ourselves about clutter—and how to rewrite them
- Actionable steps to reclaim your time, space, and self-worth
👀 Watch the episode on YouTube:
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🛍️ Grab Carrie’s book:
More Than Pretty Boxes – University of Chicago Press
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💬 Let’s connect!
- Connect with Carrie Lane: https://carriemlane.com
- Continue the conversation with Angela at: https://mombusinesscoach.com
💡 Top Takeaway:
You don’t have to manage it all. Organizing isn’t just about your space—it’s about giving yourself grace, rewriting the rules, and defining success on your terms.
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Thank you for listening and keep up the great work, mama!
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