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154 - What to do about clothes that don't fit02 Oct 202600:13:04

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Summary

In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather talks about the clothes that don't fit right now, and why packing them away in a separate box often isn't the answer. Whether it's the bag under the bed marked "one day" or the vacuum pack in the loft, out of sight can quickly become out of mind, especially for neurodivergent brains, and that box can end up holding a lot of quiet guilt along with the clothes.

Heather shares a different approach: keep the favourites, the pieces you genuinely love, in with your current clothes, so they're there and ready when they fit again. Bodies change for all sorts of reasons, and a loved dress doesn't need to go just because it doesn't fit this month. She also looks at children's clothes, both the ones they're growing into and the ones they've outgrown, and how keeping the next size where you can see it means it actually gets worn.

For the clothes that will never fit again but you adore, Heather talks through ways to keep them close, from repurposing them into cushions, quilts or memory bears, to a memory box, to simply giving them a spot in your wardrobe where they make you smile every day. The simple test is how a piece makes you feel when you see it. If it makes you happy, keep it and enjoy it. If it makes you sad, it might be time to let someone else love it.

Plus, a DeclutterCon update: tickets close this Sunday (4th October 26) at 10pm and only a handful are left. Join us on Saturday 10th October 2026 at the Radisson Blu Sheffield, with tickets at decluttercon.co.uk.


Timestamps 

00:00 Introduction to Decluttering Clothes That Don't Fit
02:46 The Emotional Weight of Clothing and Body Changes
05:34 Keeping Favorites and Letting Go of the Rest
08:38 Creative Ways to Repurpose Cherished Clothing

Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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153 - Why Hasn't Anything I've Tried Worked? (It's Not Because You Don't Want It Enough)25 Sep 202600:22:00

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Summary

Have you ever been told, or told yourself, that if you really wanted a tidier home you'd have done it by now? In this episode Heather gets into why that message is so untrue, and why wanting it badly is rarely the missing piece. Money, health, energy, the people you live with, inherited stuff and sheer volume all play their part, and so do systems that were built for someone else's brain. Sometimes, though, what keeps you stuck is more psychological than that.

Heather talks about how every blitz that slid back and every borrowed system that never stuck quietly gets filed away as evidence that you can't do this. If you're neurodivergent and have spent years braced for criticism, it's no wonder your brain eventually asks why you're even bothering.

She shares three stories she sees over and over with clients. The first is the quiet belief that you don't deserve a nice home, or that you'd never keep it nice anyway. The second is the feeling that there's no point until you move or the extension gets built. The third is the idea that nice homes just aren't who you are. That last one is personal. Heather opens up about growing up in doer uppers, envying friends with freshly plastered new builds, nearly writing to DIY SOS, and realising it was never the walls that made her home feel wrong.

There's a lot here about perfectionism, and why you're allowed one lovely corner, one comfy nook or one finished drawer even when the rest of the room still needs work. Heather explains avoidance as self preservation: your brain protecting you from disappointment. What breaks the cycle is trusting yourself (or trusting her, if that feels like too much right now), with mindset and action working together. There's also an HSIO moment giving you permission to want and keep a nice home, whatever your family's homes looked like.

This is the penultimate episode before DeclutterCon on 10th October at the Radisson Blu, Sheffield, UK. Tickets are on sale until Sunday 4th October, now with live stream tickets available if you can't be there in person. You'll find them at www.decluttercon.co.uk 


Timestamps

00:00 - Why decluttering failures are usually psychological, not proof of laziness
00:57 - Why “you don't want it enough” is a damaging myth
03:21 - Why self-help advice often misses the real problem
05:15 - Wanting it badly can become part of the overwhelm
06:14 - When the issue is systems, not mindset
06:43 - Why blitz decluttering works briefly and then falls apart
09:07 - The hidden belief that you do not deserve a nice home
10:31 - “It is temporary” and why waiting can last for years
13:49 - Perfectionism and the belief that a home must be fully finished to be worth loving
15:40 - Self-preservation, avoidance, and the cycle that keeps people stuck
19:07 - Why mindset and action both have to change together
19:37 - Heather Says It Is Okay: permission to want and keep a nice home
20:36 - Choosing one tiny change instead of copying someone else's system
21:59 - Final encouragement and reminder to be kind to yourself


Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
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152- ADHD and the Guilt of Unfinished Dreams18 Sep 202600:16:01

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Summary

Heather Tingle shares a personal reflection on why decluttering sometimes means releasing more than objects. In this episode, she unpacks how a box of old business supplies surfaced an abandoned subscription box idea and what that revealed about identity, sunk cost, and the difference between a dream and the stuff attached to it. Letting go of stored items can also mean letting go of guilt, without giving up the possibility of a future version of the dream.

Timestamps

00:00 — Why this episode is about letting go of a dream
 00:29 — The maintenance declutter that surfaced an old box
 00:58 — Why Heather had not decluttered her home in 10 years
 02:53 — Discovering autism and ADHD during lockdown
 05:44 — Why the abandoned idea felt sad, not silly
 07:41 — Sunk cost, identity, and staying in limbo
 08:35 — Letting go of the stuff without killing the dream
 10:32 — Other examples of unfinished dreams and projects
 11:30 — How hope turns into guilt and obligation
 12:00 — Why the dream was never in the objects
 12:22 — Releasing the nagging feeling of unfinished potential
 12:51 — Dreams can rest and return in a different form
 13:20 — A “Heather says it’s okay” moment about choosing the present
 13:49 — Reality over fantasy and prioritising peace of mind
 14:46 — Letting go now does not prevent revisiting the idea later


Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


151 - The missing piece thats holding your decluttering efforts back11 Sep 202600:16:13

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Summary

This episode started with a comment from an Untangled Life member: "but that's the missing piece, isn't it, no accountability." Heather takes that and runs with a live confession: she set herself a DeclutterCon bonus challenge to find and sell £60 worth of stuff from her own home to pay for a course she's doing. She's found £90 to £100 worth. She's sold none of it, because she hasn't listed a single item. Heather unpacks why announcing something publicly isn't the same as being accountable for finishing it, why the classic "pretend someone's coming over" trick doesn't work for her brain, and shares two real examples from her own life (a disastrous A level project and a course she completed in her 40's) that show the actual difference between a deadline that works and one that doesn't. She ends with specific, small, immediate accountability tactics, and a public commitment you can hold her accountable to!

What you'll walk away with

  • Why announcing a goal isn't the same as building real accountability into it
  • Why "pretend someone's coming over in 20 minutes" doesn't work, and why even a real visitor deadline doesn't help
  • The difference between a single distant deadline and a long term goal broken into fixed short term checkpoints
  • Practical, small scale accountability tactics you can use as you declutter and organise your home
  • Why client "homework" between sessions rarely works, and what Heather does instead


Chapters

00:00
Introduction: The importance of accountability in decluttering

02:11
Heather's personal decluttering challenge and honesty about progress

04:21
Why accountability often fails when only self-imposed

06:28
The significance of fixed deadlines from Heather's academic experience

08:36
Using short-term checkpoints to stay on track

09:54
The problem with vague goals and how to make them specific

12:30
Practical strategies: body doubling, public declarations, and micro deadlines

13:49
Encouragement to start small and find accountability partners

Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


150- Is Tidying Actually Making Your Home Worse?04 Sep 202600:16:04

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Summary

Is Your Tidying Actually Making Your Home Worse?

We've all done it, shoved something into whatever drawer had space, told ourselves "away" counted as "organised," and called it a day. In this episode Heather digs into a pattern she sees in almost every client's home: drawers and cupboards with no real system, no zoning, just wherever things happened to end up. She walks through exactly how this spirals, the hunting, the giving up, the leaving things out "so I'll remember where it is," the piles that build on piles, the doom drawers and doom bags, and how it all ends with owning ten of the same item because you can never trust you'll find the original. She unpacks why this is so exhausting on a deeper level too.  Your working memory was never built to hold onto "which of six random drawers has the batteries in it today," and it's not laziness when things get left out, it's a system asking your brain to do a job it can't do. The fix is zoning before organising: deciding where something actually lives based on how you use it, then trusting that home enough to put things back there every time. Heather also shares one of her favourite parts of a declutter session: the moment a client finds something they'd forgotten they even owned, tucked away in a drawer that never had a proper place before.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Why tidiness isn't enough
02:13 The problem with random drawers and cupboards
04:47 The cycle of clutter and why it happens
06:28 The broken windows theory of clutter
09:53 Why your brain can't remember everything
11:58 The importance of zoning and categorisation
12:51 How trusting your system creates lasting order
13:17 The joy of rediscovering forgotten items


Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

Follow me on Facebook

Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


149 - What to Do If You Feel Like You'll Never Get Decluttered and Organised28 Aug 202600:13:05

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Summary

Ever hit the point in decluttering where it feels like nothing's changing, no matter how much work you've put in? In this episode Heather talks about the invisible wall so many people hit partway through their decluttering journey.  The point where progress feels invisible and it's easy to think "what's the point, nothing's ever going to change."

Heather breaks down why this happens: shrinking dopamine rewards as you get used to letting go of more, the shift away from delayed gratification, working by area instead of by category (which makes progress harder to see), fatigue from treating decluttering as a marathon rather than a sprint, and still putting things down rather than putting them away.

She also shares the broken windows theory and how it applies both to relapsing into clutter and to the moment things finally click, plus her own snowball-up-the-hill metaphor for where you might be in the process right now.

If you're feeling demoralised and like you'll never get there: this one's for you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the decluttering wall and emotional challenges
02:20 How initial decluttering efforts feel more rewarding
05:03 The 'click point' and reaching decluttering milestones
06:22 Decluttering as a slow marathon, not a sprint
07:16 The challenge of putting things away consistently
08:10 The benefits of proper organization and how mess becomes easier to manage
09:36 Dealing with frustration when things are out of place
10:33 Taking breaks and managing capacity during decluttering
11:28 Encouragement to keep pushing and recognising progress
11:55 Final motivation: you're making progress and not alone

Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


148 - The Amazing Storage Solution We Never Think About!21 Aug 202600:17:07

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Summary

147 episodes in, and Heather realises she's never actually done a full episode on one of her favourite neurodivergent-friendly storage solutions: hooks. In this episode she talks through why hooks work so well for messy brains, busy lives, and anyone who forgets things exist the second they're out of sight. Starting with the fruit-bowl-turned-doom-pile most of us have by the front door, and a client's tiny porch that had become a genuine shoe-related fire hazard. From there, Heather walks room by room through where hooks quietly solve problems that baskets and boxes don't: the entryway, the kitchen, and all the small stuff that "doesn't really have a home" :  TV remotes, towels, clothes brushes, and the chair-pile of not-quite-dirty clothes.

What you'll walk away with

  • Why hooks work so well for ADHD brains and anyone who struggles with "out of sight, out of mind"
  • The difference between a container that helps and a container that quietly becomes a doom pile
  • How a client's small porch and a big shoe problem got solved with hooks instead of baskets
  • Why giving something a finite number of hooks is more useful than it sounds (especially with kids' shoes)
  • A room-by-room walkthrough: entryway, kitchen, and the "floating" stuff that never has a proper home
  • The one question to ask yourself about any storage solution: can I put this away easily?


Who this episode is for

Anyone with a spot in their home that keeps quietly filling up no matter how many pretty containers they buy for it — especially if you're ADHD, have a busy household, or just tend to forget things exist the moment they're out of sight.


Timestamps

00:00 - Why hooks are the storage solution Heather had not talked about yet

00:30 - Why open containers become doom piles for ADHD and messy brains

01:00 - The fruit bowl problem and why hallway catchalls fail

02:29 - When containers turn into extra dumping grounds

03:27 - Why hooks work: visible, finite, and instant

03:56 - Preparing items so they can actually hang on hooks

05:22 - How visible storage stops losing, rebuying, and tripping over items

06:46 - Why floor space and safety improve with hook systems

07:15 - A tiny porch, too many shoes, and why baskets failed

08:40 - Replacing shoe baskets with wall hooks in pairs

09:38 - Finite wall space as a built-in boundary for growing children’s shoes

10:30 - Entryway items that work well on hooks

11:58 - Hooks in the hallway and choosing styles that fit your home

12:27 - Kitchen tools, pans, and utensils on hooks and racks

13:24 - Using a bulldog clip on a hook for receipts and paper piles

14:22 - Solving the problem of items that “float” around the house

14:46 - Anchoring the TV remote near the sofa

15:15 - Towels, colour coding, and preventing damp piles

15:43 - Clothes brushes, torches, and worn clothes that need a temporary home

16:37 - The final test: can you put it away easily?


Affiliate links to great hooks:

Dog tail hooks

Pet station

Heavy duty hook

Shower glass door hooks

Over door hooks

Remote control bungee

Phone lanyard






Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

Follow me on Facebook

Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


147 - ADHD, Time blindness, and why decluttering doesn't go to plan!14 Aug 202600:17:48

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Summary

You said you'd "just tidy the side" at 11 o'clock. You look up and it's half past one, the kitchen looks worse than when you started, and you genuinely can't account for the last two hours. In this episode, Heather Tingle talks about time blindness. A genuine, documented part of how many ADHD brains work.  Drawing on her own experience of starting ADHD medication and noticing, for the first time, what time feels like when it isn't "bendy." She breaks down the three ways time blindness shows up in decluttering and daily life: losing hours to a task with no sense of time passing, avoiding tasks because they feel far longer than they actually take, and "waiting mode".... the habit of doing nothing before an appointment so you don't lose track of time. Heather explains why this isn't a discipline problem, why generic productivity advice (yes, including all those planners and the Pomodoro technique) hasn't worked for you, and shares practical, decluttering-specific ways to work with it instead of fighting it.


What you'll walk away with

  • Why time blindness is different from poor time management, and why productivity advice hasn't worked for you
  • The three ways time blindness shows up: the "Bermuda triangle of time," the overestimation trap, and waiting mode
  • Why a visible, physical timer works where phone timers don't
  • How timing a task once (like putting laundry away) can chip away at the "everything feels bigger than it is" feeling
  • Why setting a hard "leave by" time works better than a vague window before an appointment
  • How accountability — a lift arriving at your cutoff time, or body doubling — can anchor your sense of time passing
  • The one habit to take away that interrupts all three patterns

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Time Blindness and Its Impact
02:17 Common Patterns of Time Misjudgment in Daily Life
04:10 Time Blindness vs. Time Management: Key Differences
06:03 Three Common Patterns in Time Blindness
07:28 Overcoming the Overestimation of Task Duration
08:52 Waiting Mode and Its Hidden Costs
10:41 Practical Tools: Timers and Deadlines
12:22 Using Time Awareness to Reduce Clutter and Anxiety
14:13 Accountability and Body Doubling Strategies
15:10 Final Tips and Encouragement for Managing Time Blindness

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Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

Follow me on Facebook

Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

Follow me on instagram

Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


146 - Why "Just Declutter Before You Move" Is Terrible Advice for an ND Brain!07 Aug 202600:35:55

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 Summary

In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, host Heather Tingle speaks with Emma Sales about the unique challenges neurodivergent individuals face when moving house. They discuss the importance of planning, the emotional aspects of moving, and practical tips for decluttering and packing. Emma shares insights from her book, 'Unpacked Neurodivergence and Moving House,' emphasising the need for personalised strategies and the acceptance of one's own moving process. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a safe space during the transition and managing stress effectively.

In this conversation, Emma Sails shares her experiences and insights on moving, particularly from the perspective of neurodivergence. She discusses the challenges faced during her own moving day, the importance of having backup plans, and the need for clear communication and organisation. Emma emphasises the significance of creating a safe space during transitions and reflects on her past moves, highlighting the lessons learned. The discussion culminates in practical tips for a successful move.


Key  topics

Challenges of moving house with neurodivergence
Strategies for planning and decluttering
Importance of safe spaces and routines during move
Using tools like spreadsheets and labels effectively
Managing stress and overwhelm in the moving process

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Emma Sales and her book
02:00 Why moving house is especially stressful for neurodivergent individuals
03:58 Personal experiences and motivations for writing the book
07:08 Planning and organizing the move: tips for neurodivergent minds
10:11 Using visual plans and spreadsheets to aid packing
12:04 Labeling and prioritizing items for easier unpacking
14:57 Creating safe spaces and managing overwhelm during the move
17:55 Dealing with last-minute packing and unexpected challenges
22:01 Supporting neurodivergent family members during the move
26:01 Reflections on past moves and lessons learned
30:06 Final tips and encouragement for a successful move


Link to Emma Sails: 

https://navigatingneurodivergence.co.uk 

Link to Emmas Book: Unpacked: Neurodivergence and Moving House - (Amazon affiliate link)

courses.untangledbytingle.com Getting Started and Zoning Workshop

Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

Follow me on Facebook

Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

Follow me on instagram

Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


145 - Is the 'House Hushing' decluttering trend right for you?31 Jul 202600:13:30

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Summary

There is a new decluttering trend doing the rounds called House Hushing, coined by Myquillyn Smith, known online as The Nester. Heather breaks down what it actually involves, where it works brilliantly, and why she has some real reservations about it for anyone with a genuinely full house or an ADHD brain.


What You Will Learn

  • What House Hushing is and the three steps behind it, the Holding Area, the Pause, and the Return
  • How House Hushing fits into Myquillyn Smith's wider four part approach, decluttering, quiet decorating, soulful styling, and living seasonally
  • When this method genuinely works well, and who it suits
  • Why a full house makes this method tricky in practice
  • The doom bag risk hiding inside this method, especially for ADHD brains
  • Why decluttering by category beats decluttering by room
  • Heather's take on how to adapt House Hushing so it actually sticks


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to House Hushing and Its Popularity

00:30
What is House Hushing and Its Core Principles

01:01
The Three Steps of House Hushing: Holding Area, Pause, Return

01:57
The Benefits of a Quiet, Simplified Space

02:26
Personalizing Your Space and Seasonal Living

03:55
Ideal Scenarios for House Hushing: Renovations and Full Projects

06:56
Practical Challenges: Space, Sorting, and Emotional Impact

08:50
Risks of Instant Gratification and Over-Correction

10:13
Limitations: Addressing Underlying Habits and Systems

11:42
Recommendations for Effective House Hushing and Final Thoughts


Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

Follow me on Facebook

Buy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)

Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.

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Feel free to email me: help@untangledbytingle.com 
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.


144 - The extend and split decluttering mistake most people make24 Jul 202600:11:38

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Summary

You know that moment when the kitchen cupboard finally shuts, because you've moved half of what was in there to a back stock cupboard in the garage or a shelf in the cellar? It feels like a win. It isn't.

In this episode Heather unpacks one of the most common (and sneakiest) decluttering mistakes, splitting or extending a category so some of it can live in a different room. It solves the problem in room one for about five minutes, then quietly creates two new ones, in room one and room two.

Heather explains why this happens (it's not laziness, it's your brain looking for the fastest way out of a hard decision), the three knock on effects that show up later, decision fatigue, forgotten back stock, and a second room that was never designed to hold the extra weight, and walks through real examples including summer and winter clothes, books scattered across the house, and children's toys split between three rooms.

You'll also get the actual fix: how to choose one proper home for a category based on where it's really used, and reduce what you own until it fits comfortably, rather than reaching for a second location every time it doesn't.

If you've got clutter quietly living in more than one place, this episode will help you spot it and, more importantly, sort it for good.

In this episode:

  • What "splitting a category" actually means and why it feels like progress
  • The three problems it creates over time
  • Real examples: seasonal clothing, books, and children's toys
  • How to pick one home for a category and make it actually fit
  • Why this isn't a willpower issue, and how to give yourself permission to fix it

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The common decluttering mistake
00:30 The problem with splitting categories
01:26 How splitting causes decision fatigue
02:23 Secondary spaces and their pitfalls
04:15 Examples of category splitting: books and toys
07:07 Strategies for effective decluttering
08:34 Creating space and reducing categories
09:58 The importance of proper decluttering
10:27 Final tips and encouragement

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143 - How can I declutter when I'm sentimental about everything?17 Jul 202600:13:52

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Two clients, one week, the same sentence. "I'm worried because I'm sentimental about everything." It's a phrase Heather hears often, and one that quietly convinces people they're worse at decluttering than everyone else.

In this episode, Heather breaks sentimentality down into four levels, most of what feels precious isn't actually equal, and talks through how neurodivergence can shape emotional attachment to belongings. She shares the story of a bag of trip souvenirs that taught her the difference between a true memory and something that just happened to be sitting next to one through osmosis. She also makes the case for why being sentimental, far from being a disadvantage, is a skill worth developing rather than a flaw to fix.

In this episode you will learn:

  • Why sentimentality isn't a weakness, and why it's simply a natural part of being human
  • How neurodivergence can shape emotional attachment to belongings
  • The four levels of sentimentality, from long-time possessions to pure sentimental items, and the "osmosis" attachment in between
  • The difference between fondness and true sentimental attachment
  • How grouping souvenirs and keepsakes together makes them all feel equally important, and how to break that grouping apart
  • The question to ask yourself about any item, would this matter if it was the only memory you had left
  • Why non-sentimental, disposable living leads to more clutter and more cost over time, not less
  • Why caring for your possessions and feeling attached to them is a skill worth developing, not a disadvantage

Mentioned in this episode:

  • DeclutterCon, Heather's upcoming event for practical tips, reframes and connections to move forward decluttering and community support

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142 - "Do I Own Too Much?" Why Minimalism Isn't the Goal10 Jul 202600:13:23

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Heather debunks the myth that decluttering means minimalism, emphasising that a home should reflect personal love and functionality rather than societal ideals of minimalism. She discusses practical tips for organising, the importance of having backups, and embracing a lived-in, personality-filled space.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction: Debunking the myth of minimalism

00:29
Why decluttering isn't about minimalism

01:00
The importance of a home that feels good

01:27
The reality of real homes versus social media images

02:27
The pitfalls of owning nothing

03:23
The value of having backups and extras

04:46
Visual clutter versus sensory needs

05:45
Creating a home that feels welcoming and personalised

07:13
Living with emptiness and adjusting to space

08:07
The 'just in case' pile and planning ahead

09:04
Hobbies, collections, and loving your belongings

10:01
The goal: functional, organised, and personalised spaces

11:24
Organising for purpose, not perfection

12:17
You can have a lived-in, chaotic, yet calm home

12:48
Final thoughts: Focus on what you love and need

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141 - Why Can't I Keep On Top of My Home?03 Jul 202600:12:23

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If you've ever put loads of time and energy into decluttering and getting organised, only to watch it completely unravel the second life gets difficult, this episode is for you. Heather talks through one of the most common patterns she sees in client homes and inside the Untangled Life membership: building systems that only work when everything is going well. She explains why that happens, what to do instead, and how designing for your worst week actually makes your best weeks even easier.

In This Episode:

00:00 Why does it all go wrong?
Heather opens with something so many people experience but rarely talk about. You do all the work, you create the system, and then one hard week hits and it looks like a bomb's gone off. She explains exactly why that happens and why it is not a discipline problem.

05:38 The fantasy self problem
The system you built was probably built for a version of you that was rested, on top of things, and having a decent week. Heather talks through why that's such a natural trap to fall into, and why it's also the thing quietly sabotaging your home.

09:17 The fallback system fix
The solution isn't a better system. It's a system with a built-in backup for the hard days. Heather walks through a practical example involving bathroom towels and airing cupboards, and explains how to find the right fallback for your own home.

Have you bought your ticket to DeclutterCon 2026 yet? Its going to be AMAZING! full of new ways of thinking, support, companies to support your decluttering and accountability to make changes when you get home - all without the overwhelm or judgement. An Untangling Community coming together. 10/10/26, Sheffield UK. www.decluttercon.co.uk for details.

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140 - Make Procrastination Work For You: The Swap Trick26 Jun 202600:09:12

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In this episode, Heather shares the trick she occasionally uses on herself, and with clients, to get a decluttering task started when it really doesn't want to happen. By pairing a dreaded decluttering task with another dreaded task that has a fixed deadline, she's worked out how to make procrastination work in your favour instead of against you.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Decluttering Strategies

02:48
The Letter of Two Evils Trick

05:52
Setting Up Your Projects for Success

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139 - The Placeholder Method: Stop Waiting, Start Acting 'As If'19 Jun 202600:17:51

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Have you ever stood in a room, able to see exactly what needs to happen, but nothing will move because one thing is waiting on another thing, which is waiting on another thing?

That is the bottleneck, and in this episode we're sorting it out.

I walk you through the placeholder method: a simple, slightly-messy-in-the-short-term approach that gets everything moving again, even when the thing you're waiting for hasn't arrived yet. We use the sideboard example, but this applies everywhere in your home, and once you see it, you will not be able to unsee it.

We also talk about why the placeholder does something that waiting never can: it gives you real information. About volume, about what you actually use, about whether the storage solution you've been dreaming of is really going to do what you think it will.

Spoiler: sometimes it is. Sometimes it absolutely isn't. Either way, you'll know.

In this episode:

  • What the bottleneck actually is and why ND brains are especially prone to it
  • The placeholder method explained, and what to use if you don't have the real thing yet
  • Why messy short term is absolutely worth it for movement long term
  • How placeholders tell you the volume of what you're working with before you spend a penny on furniture
  • Test-driving a rehome before you commit to it
  • Ditching the rose-tinted glasses on storage solutions that haven't arrived yet
  • Where else this method works beyond the living room sideboard

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to the Waiting Game

02:50
Understanding the Bottleneck Effect

05:46
The Placeholder Method Explained

08:51
Testing the Placeholder: Real Feedback

11:30
Applying the Placeholder Method in Various Spaces

14:37
Encouragement and Community Engagement

Come and tell me where your bottleneck is. I genuinely want to know. Find me on Instagram or come into the Untangled Life community and let's talk about it.

Resources

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Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


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138 - From Alone to Understood: The Decluttering Shift You Never Knew You Needed12 Jun 202600:21:17

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When did you last tell someone in real life what your home actually looks like? Not a partner, not someone you live with. A friend. A colleague. Someone you chose to tell? For most of us, the honest answer is never.

In this episode Heather gets personal about the thing that makes decluttering so much harder than it needs to be. Not the stuff itself, but the secrecy, the shame, and the exhaustion of carrying it alone. She talks about what she has witnessed happen in rooms full of people who finally found others who get it, the friendships that have formed, the homes that have changed, and why shame cannot survive in community.

This is also the episode where Heather shares why DeclutterCon exists, and it is not because the world needed another event.

In this episode:

  • Why so many people have never once spoken out loud about the reality of their home
  • The connection between isolation, shame, and being stuck
  • What actually happens when people stop doing this alone
  • Real outcomes from Heather's in-person Untangled events
  • Why community is the shift that changes everything

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Struggles of Clutter
02:40 The Emotional Toll of Clutter and Isolation
05:55 The Power of Community and Shared Experiences
08:39 Creating Safe Spaces for Connection
11:27 The Vision Behind DeclutterCon
14:11 Invitation to Join the Untangled Community

Links:


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Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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137 - Why Am I So Frustrated With My Decluttering Progress?05 Jun 202600:11:56

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If you've hit a wall with your decluttering and you're starting to get annoyed at yourself at your lack of progress, this episode is for you. Heather unpacks why lack of progress usually has nothing to do with laziness, and everything to do with what else is going on in your life.

From the aftermath of a heatwave to the stress of everyday life quietly draining your energy, there are so many reasons why progress slows down. And then there's the middle bit: that slog that feels like it goes on forever before the end suddenly appears.

In this episode Heather covers:

  • Why your energy is probably being used up elsewhere without you even realising
  • The middle bit of a project and why it feels so hard
  • Why microcategories are your best friend when you're running low on capacity
  • How to track your discards so you can actually see your progress
  • Matching your plan to the energy you really have, not the energy you think you should have
  • Why rest is not optional, and why giving yourself permission to stop is part of the process


Chapters

00:00
Introduction: Decluttering Frustration and Human Limits

00:27
You Are Not Lazy: Understanding Energy Limits

01:25
External Stressors Impact Decluttering Capacity

02:17
The Effect of Heat and Stress on Functioning

02:45
Life Overloads and Limited Energy for Optional Tasks

03:12
Middle-Project Slumps and Motivation Loss

04:09
The Importance of Micro Categories

06:21
Monitoring Discards to Track Progress

07:12
Reviewing and Adjusting Your Decluttering Plan

08:36
Rest Is Part of the Process

09:31
Upcoming DeclutterCon Event in Sheffield


Mentioned in this episode:

  • DeclutterCon 2026, Saturday 10th October, Sheffield. 
  • Tickets available now at www.decluttercon.co.uk use code earlybird26 for a discount (for the first 20tickets sold or by the 30th June 2026, whichever comes first)

Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

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136 - Seeing potential in discards, are you in danger of Wishcycling?29 May 202600:10:42

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You can see the potential in it. You know someone out there would love it, fix it up, give it a new life. So into the charity bag it goes — because that feels like the kindest thing to do. But what if that well-meaning donation is actually creating a problem for the very charities you want to support? In this episode, Heather talks about wishcycling — the habit of donating items in the hope that someone else will do the rescuing — and what to do instead when something isn't quite charity-ready.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Wish Cycling

02:52
Understanding Wish Cycling and Its Impact

05:33
Options for Responsible Decluttering

08:47
Finding Better Exits for Unwanted Items


Resources

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135 - When You and Your Partner See Clutter Differently (And the Resentment Is Building)22 May 202600:26:43

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If clutter is causing tension in your home, you are not alone. Whether it's a partner, spouse, housemate or family member, living with someone who has a different relationship with stuff than you do is genuinely hard, and the resentment that builds on both sides can start to feel impossible to navigate.

In this episode, Heather Tingle draws on a decade of working in clients' homes, as well as her own personal experience, to talk honestly about what actually happens when one person is overwhelmed by the clutter and the other is overwhelmed by the pressure to let it go.

This is not a one-sided conversation. Heather talks about why blame never helps, why the person with the clutter is not broken or lazy, and why the person feeling resentful is not wrong to feel the way they do either.

You will come away with practical strategies including how to have the conversation before any decluttering starts, why proper decluttering looks messier before it gets better, how to get the other person genuinely involved without it becoming a battle, and how to find a shared finish line that works for both of you.

Because the goal is not for one person to win. It is for the home to feel livable for everyone who lives in it.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Decluttering Challenges

02:56
Understanding Resentment in Shared Spaces

05:36
The Importance of Communication

08:17
Navigating the Decluttering Process

11:13
Involving Others in the Decluttering Journey

14:29
Creating a Collaborative Environment

17:01
Establishing Practical Solutions

20:06
Celebrating Progress Together

22:48
Conclusion and Encouragement

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134 - What to do when you hate your home15 May 202600:19:12

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Heather Tingle shares practical strategies for coping with the overwhelming feeling of hating your own home. She discusses how to create pockets of calm, enjoy your space now, and find small ways to improve your environment despite ongoing decluttering efforts.


Chapters

00:00
Coping with Home Discomfort

06:06
Strategies for Creating a Comfortable Space

09:45
Finding Joy Outside Your Home

11:36
Creating Pockets of Niceness

15:45
Enjoying Your Space Now

18:33
Call to Action: Reclaim Your Home

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133 - The Junk Drawer Series: Decluttering those random screws and hardware08 May 202600:12:12

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In this episode, Heather Tingle tackles the clutter of DIY hardware bits in your junk drawer. Learn how to organise, declutter, and decide what to keep or let go of, making space and reducing stress.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to DIY Clutter

02:48
Identifying and Managing Spare Parts

05:34
The Guilt of Unidentified Items

08:56
Practical Tips for Organizing DIY Supplies

11:48
Conclusion and Encouragement

Resources

Episode 104 on dealing with miscellaneous bits

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132 - The Junk Drawer Series: Decluttering Instruction Manuals01 May 202600:15:41

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In this episode, Heather Tingle tackles the common clutter of instruction manuals, exploring why we keep them and how to let go. She offers practical tips on assessing their value, reducing clutter, and managing related anxieties.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to the Manual Clutter Challenge

00:29
Why Do We Keep Instruction Manuals?

01:21
The Anxiety Behind Keeping Manuals

02:14
Assessing the Value of Manuals in Your Home

03:09
Common Items with Manuals You Can Discard

04:33
When Manuals Are Too Redundant or Unnecessary

06:46
Using Online Resources and QR Codes

07:38
Deciding When to Keep or Discard Manuals

09:30
High-Value Complex Appliances Worth Keeping Manuals

10:49
Organizing Essential Manuals in a Small Folder

11:18
Understanding Consumer Rights and Warranties

12:14
When to Recycle or Keep Manuals for Resale

13:36
Final Tips and Reassurance for Decluttering Manuals

14:34
Encouragement and Final Thoughts

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131 - The Junk Drawer Series - Batteries24 Apr 202600:12:19

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle guides listeners through the process of organising and properly disposing of batteries found in junk drawers. She emphasises the importance of not throwing batteries in the regular waste bin due to fire hazards and provides practical steps for gathering, testing, and storing batteries. Heather also encourages listeners to create a routine for recycling batteries, making the process easier and more efficient. The episode is filled with actionable tips to help listeners declutter their homes and manage their battery storage effectively.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Decluttering the Junk Drawer

02:49
The Importance of Proper Battery Disposal

06:05
Organising and Storing Batteries Effectively

08:51
Creating a Routine for Battery Recycling


Battery Testers (UK) (affiliate link)

Battery storage cases (UK) (affiliate link)

Mentioned in the podcast: Recycle Now website

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130 - The Junk Drawer Series - How to deal with business cards17 Apr 202600:13:12

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In this episode, Heather Tingle explores the clutter and inefficiency caused by business cards, offering practical tips on decluttering and modern alternatives like digital contacts and QR codes. Business cards feel too important to throw away but not important enough to actually do anything with. So they sit in a drawer for years, representing contacts you may not need, from companies that may not exist anymore, for reasons you can no longer remember. In this episode Heather walks you through how to finally deal with them, and shares practical strategies that means you might not need to collect them at all going forward.

Chapters

00:00
The Decluttering Dilemma of Business Cards

02:55
The Evolution of Contact Sharing

05:43
Practical Steps to Declutter Business Cards

08:32
Preventing Future Clutter: Smart Strategies


Support the show

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129 - How to deal with purchases that didn't work out10 Apr 202600:11:54

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In this episode, Heather Tingle explores the psychological reasons behind the difficulty of letting go of purchases that went wrong and provides practical strategies to resolve this common decluttering challenge.

We've all been there. Something arrives from Amazon, Temu, or Shein, and it's just not quite right. Not quite what you pictured. Not quite what you needed. And instead of dealing with it, it ends up in a bag or a box, where it quietly sits, taking up space and mental energy, sometimes for months or even years.

Heather unpacks why this happens, including the role of the sunk cost fallacy (explored in more depth in Episode 20), and walks through the three options available when a purchase hasn't worked out: returning it, actioning it so it works for you, or letting it go. She covers the real barriers to returning items, including postage costs, missed return windows, and the particular challenge this presents for ADHD brains, and why gifts add an extra layer of complexity to the decision.

This episode is for anyone who has a pile of things they can't quite bring themselves to deal with, and needs permission to finally make a decision and move on.


Chapters

00:00
Understanding the Stuck Feeling

02:49
Psychological Barriers to Letting Go

05:50
Options for Dealing with Unwanted Items

08:36
Taking Action and Moving Forward

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128 - How to fix the problem of gifts that never get given03 Apr 202600:15:25

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You bought the gift. You meant well. You have absolutely no idea where it is now.

This episode came in as a listener request and it is one of those topics that the moment you mention it, everyone nods. The gifts bought in a burst of excitement and never given. The birthday present found six months later still in the bag. The thing you ordered online that you are fairly sure is somewhere in the spare room.

In this episode Heather explains why this happens so commonly for ND brains, and exactly what to put in place so gifts actually make it to their people.

In this episode Heather covers:

  • Why buying the gift is the thoughtful bit and the follow-through is a completely separate skill
  • The one-home rule for gifts and why your wrapping supplies need to live there too
  • Why phone reminders often do not work for ADHD brains and what to use instead
  • Physical, visual and habit-anchored triggers that are actually harder to ignore
  • Why you should consider cutting yourself out of the delivery process altogether
  • Experience gifts and e-gift cards as a clutter-free, faff-free alternative

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Listener Request

00:29
The Thoughtful Act of Buying Gifts

01:24
The Dopamine Trap in Shopping

02:22
Challenges for Neurodivergent Brains and Executive Functioning

03:12
Designated Gift Storage Solutions

04:35
Keeping Gifts Organized and Accessible

05:30
Effective Triggers for Gift Delivery

06:51
Physical Reminders and Routine Integration

08:11
Accountability and Deadlines for Gift Posting

09:58
Simplifying the Sending Process with Direct Shipping

11:51
Reducing Stress by Cutting Out the Middle Step

12:43
Experience Gifts as Clutter-Free Alternatives

13:36
Summary and Final Tips


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127 - Are you measuring your decluttering progress wrong?27 Mar 202600:11:25

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You spent hours decluttering. You are tired. You look around the room and it looks basically the same. Sound familiar?

That feeling is one of the most common things Heather hears from clients, and it is one of the most demoralising parts of the whole process. In this episode, she explains exactly why that feeling is lying to you.

Spoiler: decluttering is decision-making. Some categories, like paper, can contain hundreds or even thousands of individual decisions that take real time and real mental energy — without producing any obvious visual results at all.

In this episode Heather covers:

  • Why visible before and afters are not a reliable measure of how much you actually achieved
  • Why paper and bitty bits can take hours with almost nothing to show for it visually
  • The two questions to ask yourself at the end of every decluttering session instead
  • Why the transformation you are imagining will happen — you just cannot skip to it


Chapters

00:00
Introduction: Why Decluttering Feels Unproductive

00:29
Common Frustrations with Decluttering Efforts

01:20
The Myth of Visible Results in Decluttering

02:11
Why Dramatic Before-and-After Photos Are Misleading

03:03
The Snowball Effect and When Results Become Visible

03:56
The Complexity of Paper Decluttering

05:19
Reframing Progress: Focus on Decisions, Not Looks

06:34
Measuring Progress Through Decisions and Items Removed

07:55
The Power of Letting Go and Visualizing Progress

08:48
Invisible Work: The Hardest Part of Decluttering

09:48
Encouragement to Stay the Course and Celebrate Decisions

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126 - How to declutter the spare room of doom20 Mar 202600:15:23

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That room. You know the one. It started out as a guest bedroom, a home office, maybe a gym. Now it is a dumping ground with a closed door and a whole lot of delayed decisions behind it.

In this episode, Heather Tingle tackles the spare room head on. Why it fills up, why it is always the last room to get sorted, and exactly what you need to do to finally reclaim it.

In this episode you will learn:

  • Why the spare room is always last on the list (and why that makes complete sense for your brain)
  • Why sorting it feels so draining before you have even moved a single box
  • The one thing you need to do before you touch anything in that room
  • The simple rule that guides every decision you will make in there
  • Why this is not a ten minute timer job and how to approach it in a way that actually works

Mentioned in this episode:

  • The PAVES System — listen to the earlier episodes for Heather's full exit strategy framework before you start
  • The Untangled Community on Facebook — share your before and after photos and get cheered on every step of the way

Chapters

00:00 The Spare Room of Doom
04:06 Understanding the Emotional Weight of Clutter
06:54 Defining the Purpose of Your Spare Room
10:03 The Sorting Process: Making Decisions
14:14 Recap and Encouragement for Action



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125 - The Declutter Hack: Make Fewer Decisions and Get More Done13 Mar 202600:18:29

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Heather Tingle shares a powerful decluttering strategy: using category rules to minimise decision fatigue and make decluttering more manageable. Learn how to set effective rules for different categories of items to streamline your decluttering process and reduce stress.


Chapters

00:00
The Power of Category Rules in Decluttering

09:44
Implementing Category Rules with Help

16:22
Creating Effective Decluttering Rules

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124 - The Projects Box: An ADHD-Friendly Way to Deal With "Potential" Crafty bits06 Mar 202600:14:32

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Do you have bits and pieces scattered around your home that you keep meaning to do something with? In this episode, Professional Declutterer and Organiser Heather Tingle introduces the Projects Box. A simple, one-rule system that gives your creative intentions a proper home and actually gets things done. Perfect for creative and ADHD brains.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Intentional Clutter

02:15
Understanding the Projects Box

05:57
The Rule of the Projects Box

08:36
What Goes in the Projects Box?

10:50
Making the Projects Box Effective

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123 - How to declutter and organise wires, chargers and cables27 Feb 202600:17:15

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle addresses the common issue of cluttered electrical wires, cables, and chargers in homes. She emphasises the emotional and psychological challenges associated with decluttering these items and provides a structured approach to tackle the problem. Heather outlines steps to gather, sort, and organise cables effectively, while also encouraging listeners to let go of items that no longer serve a purpose. The episode concludes with practical tips for maintaining an organised system and fostering a stress-free environment.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Decluttering Cables and Chargers

05:52
Sorting and Matching Cables

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122 - Neurodivergent Cleaning Tips When Routines Don’t Stick20 Feb 202600:19:47

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the often-overlooked distinction between cleaning and decluttering. She shares her personal struggles with maintaining a clean home post-decluttering and explores the challenges posed by executive functioning. Heather offers practical strategies for effective cleaning, emphasising the importance of habit stacking and lowering friction in cleaning tasks. She also addresses the unrealistic standards many people set for cleanliness and encourages listeners to redefine their expectations, reminding them that it's okay to seek help, whether through hiring a cleaner or using tools like robot vacuums. Ultimately, Heather reassures her audience that they are not alone in their struggles and that it's essential to be kind to oneself in the journey of maintaining a home.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction and the Distinction Between Cleaning and Decluttering

02:44
The Reality of Cleaning After Decluttering

06:01
Understanding Executive Functioning and Cleaning Challenges

08:47
Strategies for Effective Cleaning

11:54
Lowering Friction and Making Cleaning Easier

14:44
Redefining Cleaning Standards and Accepting Imperfection

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121 - Decluttering Keys: Clarity and safety13 Feb 202600:12:59

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the often-overlooked emotional and practical challenges of decluttering old keys. She explores the psychological burden these keys can represent, including feelings of responsibility and fear of regret. Heather provides practical steps for organising and deciding what to keep or let go, emphasising the importance of clarity and intentionality in the decluttering process.

Chapters

00:00
The Burden of Unused Keys

02:43
Understanding the Emotional Weight of Keys

05:39
Practical Steps to Declutter Keys

08:33
Deciding What to Keep and Let Go

11:51
Finding Security Through Clarity



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120 - The 10-Minute a day decluttering myth (Especially for Neurodivergent brains)06 Feb 202600:12:39

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle explores why the common advice to “just do ten minutes a day” often doesn’t work for people with ADHD and other neurodivergent brains. She explains how this approach relies heavily on daily consistency, stable energy levels, and motivation, which can make decluttering feel harder rather than easier for many listeners.

Heather discusses how ND and ADHD brains tend to work in bursts, why unfinished tasks are particularly draining, and how open-ended plans can create ongoing feelings of failure. She introduces a key reframe that consistency is not the goal, and that completion and closure are far more important for making progress.

The episode encourages listeners to move away from guilt-driven decluttering advice and towards bite-sized, flexible plans that allow for rest, variable energy, and clear end points. The focus is on creating systems that work with real life, rather than against it.


Chapters

00:00
 Introduction to “Ten Minutes a Day” Advice

02:18
 Why Daily Consistency Is Hard for ADHD Brains

05:01
 Boredom, Energy Fluctuations, and Unfinished Tasks

07:12
 Completion Over Consistency

09:05
 Creating Flexible, Bite-Sized Decluttering Plans

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119 - Why traditional decluttering methods don't work for ADHD brains30 Jan 202600:11:45

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD and neurodivergent brains when using traditional decluttering methods. She emphasises that these methods often fail because they are based on assumptions that do not align with the realities of neurodivergent individuals. Heather critiques popular methods like the coat hanger method, explaining why they can be ineffective and how decluttering should focus on visibility and immediate feedback rather than memory. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their unique needs and find systems that work for them, rather than feeling inadequate for not adhering to conventional methods.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Decluttering Challenges

02:40
Why Traditional Methods Fail ADHD Brains

06:47
The Coat Hanger Method: A Case Study

10:04
Embracing Your Unique Decluttering Journey


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118 - Digital Declutter: Why We Screenshot Things We Never Use23 Jan 202600:10:54

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the often-overlooked issue of digital clutter, particularly focusing on the accumulation of screenshots on our phones. She explores how these digital remnants can weigh us down mentally and emotionally, serving as reminders of unfulfilled intentions and aspirations. Heather encourages listeners to reframe their approach to decluttering by recognising the difference between their current selves and their 'fantasy selves.' By letting go of unnecessary screenshots, individuals can create mental space and reduce the pressure of unfulfilled obligations, ultimately leading to a more organized and mindful digital life.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Digital Clutter

02:45
Understanding Screenshots as Clutter

05:59
The Emotional Impact of Letting Go

08:43
Practical Tips for Decluttering Screenshots


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117 - Clothes Swishing, Style and Self Identity with Guest Expert Lisa Newport16 Jan 202600:27:50

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, host Heather Tingle speaks with style catalyst Lisa Newport about the deeper meaning of personal style and self-expression. They discuss the concept of clothes swishing as a sustainable and community-oriented way to refresh wardrobes while supporting charity. Lisa shares her personal journey and the importance of understanding one's style, as well as practical tips for hosting and attending swish events. The conversation emphasises the liberation that comes from embracing one's true self through fashion and the positive impact of community engagement.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Style and Self-Expression

01:54
The Importance of Personal Style

05:53
Understanding Clothes Swishing

10:46
The Benefits of Swishing for Community and Environment

11:53
Creating a Successful Swish Event

22:57
Tips for Attending a Swish


About todays guest:

I’m Lisa Newport. Author, speaker, and OG Funky Diva of self-expression, visibility, and embodied presence.

Despite being known as the personal style catalyst for many years my work isn’t *really* about clothes, it never has been.

It’s about what happens when someone stops shrinking and starts leading their life from the inside out.

I work with next-chapter individuals, particularly midlife women, who are accomplished, capable, and quietly done with playing small. On paper they’re successful. Inside, they know there’s more. More expression. More authority. More permission to be seen as they actually are.

Link to Lisa's Charity Just Giving Page for the Swish, or for Swish Tickets.

Details of the Swish: 07th Feb 2026, United Reformed Church, Edwards Lane, Notts, NG5 3AA (UK)

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116 - Why Laundry Never Gets Put Away (And How to Fix That)09 Jan 202600:11:47

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the challenges of managing laundry, particularly for those with executive functioning difficulties. She emphasises that laundry is a multi-step process that can feel overwhelming, especially the final step of putting clothes away. Heather offers practical tips for simplifying laundry tasks, such as reducing the number of steps involved and designing your space to make laundry more efficient. She reassures listeners that struggling with laundry is normal and encourages them to be kind to themselves while finding solutions that work for their unique situations.


Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Apology

00:51
The Never-Ending Cycle of Laundry

02:37
Understanding the Laundry Process

05:57
Removing Steps to Simplify Laundry

08:36
Designing Your Space for Laundry Efficiency

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115 - Things to declutter and leave in 2025 02 Jan 202600:16:12

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the importance of mental decluttering as we enter a new year. She emphasises letting go of guilt, judgment, and societal pressures that hinder our ability to declutter effectively. Heather encourages listeners to embrace rest as a vital part of the decluttering process and to focus on personal space rather than comparing themselves to others. The conversation highlights the need for self-kindness and the importance of taking action in the present rather than waiting for the perfect moment.

Chapters

00:00
New Year, New Mindset

02:41
Letting Go of Guilt and Judgment

05:46
Understanding Personal Capacity and Comparison

08:25
Practical Steps for Decluttering

11:42
Embracing Life Now

14:24
Conclusion and New Initiatives

Information about the Whatsapp January Daily Planner Untangle HERE (Doors close Sunday 4th January 2026 10pm UK time)

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114 - Heather Says It’s Okay: Boxing Day Decluttering Without the Pressure26 Dec 202500:10:38

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle addresses the post-holiday chaos and the feelings of overwhelm that often accompany this time of year. 

A gentle episode for when your energy is low, your house feels loud, and even thinking about a fresh start is too much.

She emphasises the importance of self-care and offers simple decluttering wins that can be accomplished without adding stress. Heather introduces the concept of HSIO (Heather Says It's Okay) to give listeners permission to take it easy and prioritise their well-being. She also discusses the difference between reasons and excuses for not achieving goals, encouraging listeners to be kind to themselves during this reflective period.


Chapters

00:00
Navigating the Post-Holiday Chaos

06:57
Simple Decluttering Wins for the New Year

08:45
Understanding Reasons vs. Excuses

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113 - Why am I not organised at home?19 Dec 202500:12:16

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle explores the common disconnect between being organised at work and struggling with organisation at home. She emphasises that the issue often lies not with the individual but with the systems in place. Heather discusses the importance of adapting organization methods to fit personal needs, especially for those who may not conform to traditional organizational norms. She advocates for creating supportive systems that work with one's brain rather than against it, and encourages seeking help when needed.


Chapters

00:00
Understanding the Disconnect in Organisation

06:01
Rethinking Traditional Decluttering Methods

10:07
Embracing Support and Adaptation in Organisation

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112 - How To Stop Moving the Same Piles Over and Over12 Dec 202500:12:48

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the common struggles faced by individuals attempting to declutter their homes, particularly those who may be neurodivergent or dealing with hoarding tendencies. She emphasises the difference between actual decluttering and the act of churning, where individuals may feel productive but are merely moving items around without reducing clutter. Heather provides insights into the emotional aspects of decluttering, the importance of making decisions about what to keep or let go, and offers practical strategies to break the cycle of churning. The episode concludes with encouragement to start small and be kind to oneself throughout the decluttering process.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Decluttering Challenges

02:48
Understanding Churning vs. Decluttering

05:41
The Emotional Impact of Churning

08:56
Strategies to Break the Cycle

11:49
Building a Positive Decluttering Habit


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111 - Why Daily Decluttering and Habits Fail And What To Do Instead.05 Dec 202500:12:49

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In this episode, Heather explores why the idea of daily decluttering sounds great in theory but often falls apart in real life, especially for neurodivergent people. Many of her clients believe that doing a bit every day is the only way to make progress, and they put huge pressure on themselves to stick to it. Heather shares two client scenarios from this week that show exactly why that approach fails and how small changes created much more ease and momentum.

She also explains the difference between energy giving tasks and energy draining tasks, and how this shifts depending on what else is happening in someone’s life and how well their brain is functioning that day. Understanding this makes a massive difference to how sustainable decluttering becomes.

This episode is especially helpful for anyone who has ever started strong on a daily habit, missed one day, and then felt unable to start again. Heather offers a kinder and far more realistic approach that works with a neurodivergent rhythm rather than against it.

In this episode, Heather talks about
• Why daily decluttering routines collapse for neurodivergent brains
• How daily pressure creates burnout, boredom and guilt
• Two real client stories that show the power of flexible consistency
• Why energy levels affect what feels possible from one day to the next
• How to build a weekly rhythm that adapts to life instead of demanding perfection
• A gentler way to make steady progress without forcing daily habits


00:00
The Pressure of Consistency in Decluttering

06:05
Flexibility Over Rigidity in Decluttering Practices

11:16
Finding Balance: Energy and Motivation in Decluttering


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110 - How to Get Your Home Ready for Visitors When You’re Already Overwhelmed28 Nov 202500:15:04

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the pressures of hosting during the festive season and offers practical advice for making your home welcoming without overwhelming yourself. She emphasises the importance of setting boundaries, managing expectations, and focusing on key areas of your home to create a comfortable environment for guests. Heather encourages listeners to embrace imperfection and prioritize their mental health while navigating the challenges of hosting.

Chapters

00:00 The Pressure of Hosting During the Festive Season
04:01 Creating a Welcoming Environment Without Overwhelm
09:00 Simple Sensory Tweaks for a Cozy Atmosphere
12:13 Setting Boundaries and Embracing Imperfection

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109 - Dealing with the Dining table dump zone21 Nov 202500:09:50

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the common issue of dining tables becoming cluttered and underutilised spaces in homes. She explores the reasons behind this phenomenon, particularly in neurodivergent households, and offers practical solutions for reclaiming the dining table as a functional space. Heather emphasizes the importance of understanding the emotional and practical barriers to decluttering and provides actionable tips to minimize clutter and restore the dining table's original purpose.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Dining Table Clutter

02:20
Understanding the Use of Dining Tables Today

05:31
Strategies to Reclaim Your Dining Table

08:13
Addressing the Clutter Under the Table

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108 - How to let go when you’re not ready yet14 Nov 202500:12:54

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Summary:

Struggling to make decluttering decisions? You’re not alone. In this episode, Heather explores why so many of us need time to process before letting things go and why that pause is not procrastination. You’ll learn how to work with your brain rather than against it, how to avoid “maybe piles,” and how irritation and repetition can actually help you make calmer, more confident decluttering choices that stick.

Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome and introduction
Heather explains why this topic matters, especially for neurodivergent listeners who often feel pressure to make quick decisions.

01:00 – Why your brain needs processing time
How emotional attachment, fear of regret and decision fatigue affect decluttering.

02:30 – The danger of forced decisions
Why rushing to decide often leads to guilt, panic or keeping everything.

03:45 – How to pause without procrastinating
The difference between productive processing and avoidance.

05:00 – Keep similar items together (and skip the maybe pile)
How to give yourself time without creating another job you’ll avoid.

07:00 – The irritation stage
Why noticing annoyance or relief around your stuff gives you useful data for next time.

08:30 – A story about the pan lid
Heather shares a client example that shows how clarity often comes naturally over time.

10:00 – Building trust in your own decisions
How slow processing helps you rebuild confidence and reduce guilt.

11:30 – Letting go with kindness
Recognising when you’ve processed enough and can finally say goodbye to an item without regret.

13:00 – Final thoughts and permission to pause
Heather wraps up with encouragement to go at your own pace and trust that processing time is progress.

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107 - How to declutter collectables and collections07 Nov 202500:14:14

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In this episode, Heather untangles the fine line between a comforting collection and overwhelming clutter. She explores why collecting feels so soothing for neurodivergent brains, how it can quietly shift into pressure or guilt, and what questions to ask if your “treasures” have taken over. You’ll learn how to spot when you’re keeping things for love, nostalgia, or the hope they’ll be worth something one day, and how to keep the joy without drowning in stuff.

Chapters:

Intro: When Treasures Take Over

Why We Collect

When Comfort Turns Into Clutter

Are You Still Enjoying It?

Holding On to Past You

The “It Might Be Worth Something” Trap

The Emotional Layer Behind Collecting

Keeping What Truly Matters

Redefining What You Keep

The Sunk Cost Reminder

Loving Collections Without Letting Them Take Over


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106 - How to declutter the under stairs cupboard31 Oct 202500:11:57

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the challenges of decluttering the under stairs cupboard, a common clutter magnet in many homes. She explores the reasons behind its tendency to accumulate clutter, especially for those with neurodivergent brains, and offers practical strategies for tackling this space. Heather emphasises the importance of understanding the purpose of the cupboard, categorising items, and implementing effective organising strategies to create a functional and stress-free environment.

Chapters

00:00 The Nightmare of the Under Stairs Cupboard
02:41 Understanding the Clutter Magnet
05:56 Practical Steps to Declutter
08:34 Organising for Accessibility and Efficiency


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If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

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105 - How to pace yourself when decluttering24 Oct 202500:14:12

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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle emphasises the importance of pacing oneself during the decluttering process. She discusses how rest is essential for maintaining energy and making effective decisions. Heather also highlights the emotional aspects of decluttering, encouraging listeners to be kind to themselves and to plan their decluttering efforts around their energy levels. The conversation covers strategies for managing time and energy, the significance of rewards, and the necessity of allowing oneself to rest and recover throughout the decluttering journey.


Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Pacing in Decluttering
02:45 Understanding Energy and Rest in the Decluttering Process
05:56 Planning and Timing for Effective Decluttering
08:35 Emotional Aspects of Decluttering
11:17 Finding Balance: Rest and Productivity in Decluttering


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Support the show

If you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.

Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!

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