What are Meredith Masony's flagship techniques for managing household chaos?

I focus less on “perfect systems” and more on survival strategies that actually fit real life. A few of my go‑tos for managing household chaos:

• Lower the bar on perfection: A lived‑in home is not a failing grade. Decide what truly matters (dishes, laundry, food) and let the rest slide sometimes.
• Micro-tidying: 5–10 minute resets throughout the day instead of giant, miserable cleanups.
• Delegate like a boss: Kids do age‑appropriate chores, even if it’s not done “your way.”
• Humor as a coping tool: Laugh at the mess and the chaos instead of turning it into a character flaw.

What part of the chaos are you wrestling with most right now—laundry, dishes, schedules, or all of the above?