The School of Living Lighter Podcast

What Does Clutter Say About You? Finding Self-Compassion | with Heather Aardema   Feeling ashamed about your clutter? You're not alone. In this heartfelt video, we explore why clutter isn't a moral failing and how to approach it with self-compassion and curiosity.   What You'll Learn: • Why clutter is often connected to your nervous system and past experiences • How to shift from shame to self-com...

Decluttering Made Easy with a Simple Question: Light or Heavy? | with Heather Aardema   Stuck deciding what to keep and what to let go?    In this episode, I'm sharing my favorite decluttering t ool, which makes decisions surprisingly simple— and it works for everything !   What You'll Learn: Th e exact question that makes decision -making so much easier Why you shouldn't touch items while decidin...

Fear of Regret : Making Peace with Potential Regret when Decluttering | with Heather Aardema   Are you holding onto items because you're afraid you'll regret letting them go?    I n this episode, we're exploring why the fear of future regret might be keeping you stuck – and how to move past it with curiosity and self-compassion.   What You'll Learn: Why potential future regret doesn't have to st a...

Embrace the Process: Facing Heavy Emotions to Declutter with Purpose | with Heather Aardema   Ready to start decluttering but worried about heavy emotions that might come up?    You're not alone! In this episode, I'll walk you through the process of embracing both the positive and challenging feelings that naturally arise when we let go of clutter. Facing these emotions can be hard at first, but i...

Overcoming Overwhelm: Simple Techniques to Manage Clutter with Calm | with Heather Aardema   Overwhelm doesn't have to be part of your decluttering journey.    Sure, it's common, but it's also optional.   In this episode, I touch on the physiology and psychology of overcoming overwhelm. You'll d iscover how changing your physical state, practicing mindful exercises, and getting hyper-present can s...

Decluttering: It Doesn't Matter Where You Start! | with Heather Aardema   Are you feeling stuck on where to start when it comes to decluttering? In this episode, I explain why the thought "I don't know where to start" is just a stalling technique and how you can overcome it with ease.    I'll also introduce you to our SOLL Compass , which will guide you as you create your lighter home, body and li...

From Cluttered to Curious: A Guide to Finding Motivation | with Heather Aardema   Are you struggling to find the motivation to declutter? You're not alone—but here's the truth: you don't need motivation! In this video, I'll share why motivation isn't the key to success when it comes to decluttering and how curiosity can help you take the first steps toward clearing out your space, mind, and body. ...