In this episode of Divorce Happens, host Olivia Howell sits down with Rose Pulver, owner of The Thoughtful Home Maryland, to explore the emotional side of organizing during a divorce. Together, they discuss why creating a peaceful home environment is a crucial step toward healing and rebuilding, and how the physical act of decluttering can bring a sense of emotional relief.

Rose shares her insights on managing the overwhelming attachment many people feel toward belongings during a transition. She emphasizes that it’s okay to take your time with the purging process and reminds listeners that professional organizers can work with a variety of budgets and needs. With self-compassion and intentional systems, the path to a calmer, lighter home becomes much more achievable.

Throughout the conversation, Rose offers practical tips for creating manageable routines, storing sentimental items without cluttering your space, and reducing mental friction during a stressful season. Whether you’re mid-divorce or simply craving a reset, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and inspired to take small, sustainable steps forward.

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Divorce Happens: Interview with Rose Pulver

Olivia Howell: Welcome back to Divorce Happens, the podcast where we support you before, during, and after divorce with education, inspiration, and a little bit of laughter. Because as we know, divorce happens and then you start fresh. Today, we're here with one of our Fresh Starts experts, Rose Pulver, to talk about a topic that often gets overlooked in divorce: the purging and healing process. It's something that’s truly entrenched in every corner of the divorce journey. So, Rose, can you introduce yourself and tell us what you do?

Rose Pulver: Well, first of all, thank you for having me. I'm so excited to be here and chat with you today. My name is Rose Pulver. I’m the owner of The Thoughtful Home Maryland. We are a professional organizing company, and we specialize in helping busy families, professionals, and people going through life transitions elevate their lives through premium organizing services. We come in and help them organize their spaces—whether it's a small project or a complete overhaul—with the goal of helping them find peace and functionality in their homes.

Olivia Howell: I love that. We sometimes forget that our home is our safe space, and it’s important for it to feel good. And organized for one person might not look the same for someone else. I’d love for you to touch on that because I think there’s a bit of a stigma that hiring an organizer is only for wealthy people, but it seems like most organizers work with everyone. Is that true?

Rose Pulver: Yes, absolutely! There is an organizer for every budget and every situation. Most organizers are happy to work with you if you share your budget and your needs. It’s very much like hiring a personal trainer—you get better results with accountability and guidance. I think it's such a worthwhile investment in yourself and your space.

Olivia Howell: That’s a perfect comparison! Now, I want to jump into our main topic today. When you go through a...