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

Hi there!

From what I share in my videos and posts, my “signature techniques” for managing household chaos are less about perfection and more about survival with humor and systems that actually fit real life. A few big ones:

• Lowering the bar: Letting go of Pinterest-level expectations and focusing on “good enough” – fed, mostly clean, mostly on time.
• Using simple routines instead of strict schedules: same basic flow for mornings, evenings, and laundry so I’m not reinventing the wheel every day.
• Decluttering with a “does this make my life easier?” filter, not just “does this spark joy?”
• Delegating: kids and partner get age-appropriate jobs; I’m not the default for everything.
• Humor and honesty: naming the chaos (PTO drama, sports chaos, carpool circus) makes it feel lighter and more manageable.

Is there a specific kind of chaos you’re wrestling with right now—schedules, clutter, or kid activities?