The Organised Method

Gemma Bray

Gemma Bray is the Founding Editor of The Organised Method.
Join her for a teabreak and have a chat about all the things that go hand in hand with running a home ... life and everything in between.

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June 1 · 13 min
A little productivity session for when you feel a bit blurghh
some days you just need a little friendly push to get the momentum going and this is what this productivity session is going to help you do today. 10 mins, me and you, you get to pick the task. Let's go And if you want a proper system to keep the momentum going, the The Organised Method app is where I keep all of mine. www.theorganisedmethod.comLove, Gem x
May 14 · 24 min
Modern housekeeping is actually harder. This is why
If keeping your home together feels harder than it should, you're not imagining it. And you're not failing.We are expected to manage the home essentially alone - without the informal network of family and neighbours that used to exist around every family without anyone thinking about it. And at exactly the same moment that support disappeared, the bar for what a home should look like went up. Pinterest happened. Instagram happened. The visual benchmark became completely disconnected from the reality of what it takes to maintain one.In this video I want to talk about what that actually costs - and what you can do about it when the village doesn't exist anymore.What we cover:- Why modern housekeeping feels so much harder than it used to- What the village actually provided (it wasn't just childcare)- The real cost of carrying the mental load alone- How to start rebuilding support in a way that works for your actual life- Why systems help - and what they can and can't fixThis isn't about doing more. It's about understanding the real problem so you can start solving the right thing.Love you, Gem x
April 30 · 9 min
You're going to FINALLY get on top of your emails | And this is how you're going to do it....
Struggling to tame your admin overload? Here's a surprisingly simple hack to keep overwhelm at bay I used to feel buried under endless emails and tasks, but then I created a system that's helped me stay sane for years. It’s all about giving each day a "bucket" (like a small handbag) for just a few admin tasks. By working out what admin fits into your week and dedicating specific times, you avoid decision fatigue and mental chaos.Imagine your brain as a small, intentional handbag instead of a heavy, cluttered one, everything you truly need, no extras. This mindset helps me keep calm, focused, and in control.Maybe it's time to give this approach a try? Be realistic about your slots, keep it simple, and tweak as you go. Your mental load will thank you.What’s your current system for managing admin? Would you try this?
April 23 · 32 min
Feel overwhelmed? You need this 30 min productivity session
Everything got on top of you? Don't worry we're going to get it together 💕Join me as I guide through a 30 minute productivity session. It is up to you what you pick (housework or admin) just show up as you are and let's get productive. Gem xwww.theorganisedmethod.com
April 16 · 10 min
Let's Declutter Your Life
Do you get to the end of the day and wonder where the heck all your time's gone? To do list as long as your arm but never quite seem to get round to doing any of it? This episode is for you 💕Get the app ➡️ www.theorgansiedmethod.com
April 8 · 12 min
The cleaning myth that is designed to keep you overwhelmed.
You've been told a clean home equals a happy home. But what if chasing that idea is actually what's keeping you stuck?In this episode, we're unpacking the cleaning myths that add to the overwhelm instead of solving it. The all-or-nothing thinking. The idea that you need a whole day to make progress. The belief that if you can't do it perfectly, you shouldn't bother at all.Yeah, we see you. And we're calling it out.We want you to know that you don't need marathon cleaning sessions or a Pinterest-perfect house to feel in control. You need a method that works with your real life, not against it. One that breaks the cycle of guilt, gives you actual exits when you need them, and helps you tackle things one layer at a time.No panic. No perfection. Just progress. Ready to ditch the myths and find what actually works? This one's for you. 🎉 Who's in? 💕
April 1 · 13 min
For when you feel like you're failing at rather than nailing that routine
Ever feel like you're not quite "nailing it" when it comes to keeping your home running? You tidy a room and it still looks busy. You miss a day. You promise yourself you'll stay on top of it this time, and then life does what life does. In this week's Extra Spin, we're talking about that specific kind of underwhelming frustration and why it doesn't mean you're failing. We'll explore why repetition matters more than talent, how to shift your goals from impressive to completed, and what to actually do when you wobble. Because you don't need to feel brilliant at this. You just need to keep turning up www.theorganisedmethod.com
March 24 · 16 min
Why Decluttering Feels Hard - And why that makes perfect sense
Have you ever stood in front of a pile of stuff, fully intending to declutter, and just... froze? You're not alone. And it's not because you're lazy or disorganised or incapable. In this episode, Gemma gets into the real reason decluttering feels so hard ... and it's not about the stuff. It's about what the stuff represents. Identity. Guilt. Grief. Aspiration. Safety. When you understand the emotional layer underneath your clutter, the whole thing starts to make sense. She also talks about why the standard advice (yes, the spark joy thing) doesn't work for most real people and what actually does. If you've been putting off a declutter because it always ends in overwhelm, this one is for you. The TOM 5-day guided declutter challenge is live in the app now. Gemma built it specifically around everything she covers in this episode. Find out more at theorganisedmethod.com.
March 17 · 11 min
Why Cleaning Routines Fall Apart (and how you can create a solid one)
You start a cleaning routine, you're feeling good about it, it works for maybe a week... then one bad day happens and the whole thing crumbles.And suddenly you're back to the panic-clean cycle, feeling like you failed. Again. So why does this keep happening?In this episode, Gemma breaks down:• The all-or-nothing trap (and why "perfect or nothing" always lands on nothing)• Why routines built on your best days can't survive your worst days• How decision fatigue sabotages even the best intentions• The difference between structure that restricts and structure that frees• One simple shift to make your routines actually sustainableSpoiler: it's got nothing to do with willpower.If you've ever felt like routines just "don't work for you," this one's for you.Listen now and let us know if this resonates 💙Try The Organised Method free for 7 days, routines that adapt to real life, bad days and all. www.theorganisedmethod.com
March 10 · 19 min
How to manage your home when your mental health won't let you
This week's Ask Gemma question is a heavy one: "I'm too depressed to care about my house and I feel like a failure." Gemma gets real about mental health, home care, and why the guilt makes everything worse. If you've ever felt like you're drowning and your messy house is just more evidence you're failing at life then this one's for you. Submit your questions for next week (we will always keep it anonymous) DM or email us on contact@theorganisedmethod.com
March 3 · 16 min
This is why you feel lazy if you take a break (especially if there's cleaning to do)
Why does rest feel like laziness, even after you've been cleaning all day?If you've ever spent hours tidying, organising, and managing your home (only to feel guilty the moment you sit down) this video is for you. That creeping sense of laziness when you rest isn't a personal flaw. It's conditional rest: the belief that you have to earn the right to stop, and that your worth is tied to your productivity.In this episode, I'm unpacking why so many women (especially mothers) struggle to rest without guilt, why domestic labour is never "finished enough" to justify stopping, and how perfectionism and invisible mental load keep us trapped in constant motion. www.theorganisedmethod.com
February 24 · 19 min
Help! My partner doesn't see the mess and I am at my wit's end.
This week on TOM Extra Spin we tackle the resentment, the mental load, and the real strategies that don't involve passive-aggressive dish-stacking. Got a juicy question? Submit it for next week's episode (anonymous if you want). DM us or email contact@theorganisedmethod.com
Dec 4, 2025 · 26 min
You can't clean hungry! We've got a tasty treat for you...
The tea behind the brand new recipe section on the TOM app. Catherine is a chef and mum of 2. She is on a mission to help 1 million families eat better. And now she is part of the TOM Team as our in house chef! Follow her on IG: @chefcatherineofficial www.theorganisedmethod.com
Nov 18, 2025 · 23 min
before christmas eats you alive...
your little prompts ... What do I genuinely enjoy every year? What drains me every time, no matter how hard I try? Where is my time actually going? Who matters the most to me? What do I want Boxing Day to feel like? What tradition deserves a gentle retirement? And what tiny new thing (even the smallest ritual) would actually bring me joy? Gem x www.theorganisedmethod.com
Nov 11, 2025 · 24 min
The November Dip (you're not lazy ... you're seasonal)
November can feel like an energy dip, but what if it’s actually a hidden gift? Let's reframe it as the perfect pause, an invitation to unwind, simplify routines and recharge before the busy festive weeks set in. Discover how dialling back now helps you show up stronger, steadier, and more present for all that’s ahead. Want to try The Organised Method app and find a gentle housekeeping routine that works for you? Head to www.theorganisedmethod.com
Oct 27, 2025 · 18 min
stop trying to do it all ... seriously
Autumn can feel like a race you never signed up for. In this episode, I’m digging into “do it all” culture, from never-ending work emails to the wave of Autumn and winter traditions everyone seems to expect, like Elf on the Shelf, Boo baskets, and those Instagram-perfect Christmas Eve picnics. I’m sharing how overcommitting can turn even the best intentions into burnout. I’ve learned that doing less isn’t lazy, it’s self-preservation. So I’m walking through practical ways to reclaim your time and stop performing. If you’re fed up with feeling like this time of year is a marathon of more, this one’s for you. Gem x www.theorganisedmethod.com/quick-links
Oct 16, 2025 · 14 min
The Shiny Things Trap | How starting over can keep us stuck
Ever felt that irresistible pull towards a brand new notebook or journal? Maybe starting over with a fresh, blank page feels like the missing piece to finally get organised, creative, or productive. But what if these shiny new things are actually keeping you stuck?Today we dive into the sneaky ways the allure of novelty ... new planners, journals, and all those untouched pages ... can actually hinder real progress and growth. It’s a video for anyone who’s ever chased the thrill of a fresh start but found themselves repeating the same old patterns.In this video, we'll explore: Why the excitement of new tools can mask procrastination How perfectionism and the urge to "start over" can interrupt genuine growth The difference between mindful progress and the illusion of productivity Practical tips to break the cycle and appreciate the value of what you’ve already started
Oct 8, 2025 · 19 min
We need to talk about making those habits stick
We need to talk about making habits stick .. grab your tea and let's get into it! For all the info about the work I do and TOM then head to ... www.theorganisedmethod.com
Oct 1, 2025 · 17 min
Organised Christmas ... It's not too late to join in you know!
Christmas doesn’t have to be chaos. In this episode, Gemma unpacks what Organised Christmas is really about (not perfection), but scaffolding that gives you breathing room when December gets busy. From presents wrapped before December, to money saved with supermarket pots and bargain finds on Vinted, Team TOM shares their biggest wins from last year. You’ll hear how tiny steps now ...a gift list here, a pantry check there can snowball into little wins when the festive season arrives. ✨
Sep 23, 2025 · 27 min
Welcome to TOM Extra Spin. Time for catch up? (warning it gets emotional)
After almost a decade as The Organised Mum Method, we’ve made a big change: dropping the “Mum.” In this first full episode of TOM: Extra Spin, I’m pulling back the curtain on why the rebrand matters, what it means for the future of TOM, and how it feels to let go of something that’s been part of my identity for so long. ’m also sharing a life update from our family’s epic summer adventure across Canada, from Niagara Falls to the Rockies. This episode is part brand story, part personal catch-up, and the perfect place to start if you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on behind the method.

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