The Art of Decluttering

We can't believe it's been 5 years! Today we take the opportunity to look back over the years and reminisce about how and why we got started and all the things that have happened along the way. Be prepared for some self indulgence as we share some of our favourite moments and how proud we are to have such a successful podcast bringing decluttering joy to all of you where ever you are in the world!...

It has been a looooong time since either of us have travelled but over the last little while we've had a few requests for some travel related episodes. So today is the day we are bringing you part one of two episodes about travel with this one focusing on packing. Now we understand that you may not love the packing part as much as we do so we have filled this episode with tonnes of packing tips. F...

Setting up a new house can be fun, exciting and the possibilities feel endless. But it can also be a little overwhelming, especially after the moving house process! So today, thanks to a request by Amy's sister (we think it was Sarah?!) and inspired by one of our dear listeners (shout out to Nerys!) we have created an episode full of advice and tips to help you feel more equipped when you are sett...

Balance - what is it, how does it relate to decluttering and organising and how can we use it as a tool to achieving an intentional life. We have some thoughts on balance and we don't hold back! Constantly having to assess and make continuous adjustments is exhausting and a huge drain of energy - we are not a fan!!! We attempt to tease out the heart behind what balance is and how that can help us...

Are you always on time or are you always running late? Today we explore the concept of time (we get a bit philosophical) and how all of us use it in different ways. We touch on how executive functioning plays a huge part in your ability to manage your time and some of the hurdles it's impact has - like our ability to get distracted! Understanding that time management is definitely more challenging...

Does expectation drive you into action or do you feel it sets you up for disappointment? Can your expectations daunt you or spur you on? Today we explore these and more when it comes to how we respond to the expectations we put on ourselves. Get ready to ask yourself 'why' A LOT in an effort to help you better understand what kinds of stories you are telling yourself that then lead to the creation...

Do you feel the need to keep up with the Jones's? Has your house become overrun with stuff that you purchased to bring you happiness but instead it just brought you more stuff? Come join us as we explore the impact jealousy can have on our lives (and our stuff!) and how practising gratitude could be answer to stopping the green eyed monster... In this episode we; ● Define jealousy, envy and conten...

Moving to a smaller home can be stressful especially when you’ve collected a lifetime of memories and belongings. Today we are revisiting our downsizing topic but with much more detail and even more practical advice! Focusing more on those at the retirement/empty nester stage of life we take you through our top tips to make your downsizing experience a smoother one. We believe that EVERYONE is uni...

Zones are super handy. They are particularly useful when dealing with multipurpose areas such as a rumpus room or garage. Everyone has a unique way of using their space, by using zones you can tailor a room or area to your specific needs. Today we take you through how to create zones in your home that add to it's function and flow. We also chat about how having clearly defined zones can help...

We love using binary decisions as a tool when you have so many decisions to make. One in particular that we wanted to highlight is today's episode. Item or Space? This can look like a few different things - deciding whether to keep an item or let it go and gain back some of the physical space it was taking up, - choosing to rearrange/reorganise the area you're focusing on and create more space by...

Hey amazing listeners! It's Amy going solo today dropping you a fun little bonus episode. We do have our regular episode coming up but due to some technical issues it has been delayed until later in the week, so watch this space! We still wanted to deliver a little something into your ears so Amy has put together a quick mindfulness exercise that you can do to help you view your space with fresh e...

Usually we think of the saying 'All or Nothing', unfortunately this is often entirely unhelpful when it comes to being motivated, so we want to flip it around to say 'All or Something'. Kirsty saw an ad recently that used this phrase and she just new there was an episode in it! We often give up on an idea because we can't get it ALL done. Have you ever thought about what could happen if you replac...

Momentum. It's so great when you are riding that wave of momentum but what do you do when you get stuck?! Today we dig into how momentum can really work in your favour when decluttering. We also spend a bit of time focusing on what to do when you run out of steam or feel that your momentum may have taken you in the wrong direction. Oh and don't worry we cover what to do when you just can't get sta...

This week's episode is the kind of episode where you can put it on and play along! We are naming the top 3 things from 7 different spaces in your home to declutter. A big thank you to Owen Gray for the suggestion of this topic. So come along with us as work our way through a few rooms of the house decluttering as we go. In this episode we; ● Identify items in your home & explain why it would b...

Have you been asked to help a friend or family member declutter? How did it go? Did you wish you had a few extra tips up your sleeve? Well today's your lucky day! Thanks to a request by our friend Owen Gray we share our thoughts and advice about helping others declutter, in particular how to offer help, what to expect and what are some of the big no no's. In light of the recent floods here in NSW...

There is nothing worse than not being able to find what you need when you need it! Today we cover 7 key items in your home that we feel by having them organised will make your life so much easier!! With a bit more of focus on organising rather than decluttering, today we delve into encouraging you to find homes for your: Batteries Lightbulbs Umbrellas Spare Change Basic Tools Bandaids Old Towels I...

Today we bring to you our thoughts on invisible decluttering. Decluttering isn't always about the stuff, there is a LOT that goes on internally too. If you're not quite sure what we mean, stay with us! We give you loads of examples of what we mean by 'invisible decluttering' and share some of our own invisible decluttering experiences such as letting go of being that crafty mum or a professional p...

You may have noticed that Amy and Kirsty make a good team BUT are crazy different!! Well, buckle up as we delve into what exactly are those differences while asking you guys the question, "So are you an Amy or a Kirsty?" Do you love matching containers like Amy? Do you have a sweet tooth like Kirsty? Maybe you're a bit of a combo or completely unique and couldn't be more different! As usual the ep...

Have you ever thought about making a game out of decluttering? Gamification is a way of attempting to enhance everyday activities by turning them into a game or adding fun elements to engage the user; it is a great tool that can be used in every realm of life. Today we explore how it can make your decluttering experience more fun and interesting and give you lots of examples on how to achieve this...

Today we attempt to explain Loss Aversion theory. Now, neither of us are economists or behavioural therapists but we try our best to explain what it is and how we see it's impact on the decluttering process. We also chat Wordle, and how Amy has an awe inspiring ability to listen to so many different podcasts! Make sure to listen to the end as we share a couple of the ones we love to listen too. In...

Today we tackle one of the big decluttering hurdles - sentimentality. What happens when you live with someone who has a different level of sentimentality? We received and email this week from the lovely Tarren requesting tips and tricks for getting her very sentimental husband on board with the decluttering journey. So get ready Tarren and listeners we have filled this episode with practical tips...

It's our first time back together recording in 2022! This year we want you to tell us what to talk about on the podcast. If you have themes and topics that you'd love us to cover, please email, DM, PM, carrier pigeon it so we can get planning. We want to give a huge shout out to all of you who loved our '100 things to declutter' series over January! We had a record 91,000 downloads in the las...

We know that a new year brings fresh motivation to declutter your home, so over January 2022 we will be bringing you 100 things you can declutter today. Today we have our last list, 20 pieces of paper you don't need, you will find a helpful downloadable guide here . Here is the full 100 things list . Things mentioned in this episode and other helpful links: ● Our Decluttering services around Austr...

We know that a new year brings fresh motivation to declutter your home, so over January 2022 we will be bringing you 100 things you can declutter today. Today we have divided the list into two, 10 things that you can donate to a women shelter and 10 things you can borrow from a neighbour, you will find a helpful downloadable guide here . Here is the full 100 things list . Things mentioned in this...

We know that a new year brings fresh motivation to declutter your home, so over the month of January 2022 we will be bringing you 100 things you can declutter today. Today we have 20 things that your kids have outgrown, you will find a helpful downloadable guide here . Here is the full 100 things list . Things mentioned in this episode and other helpful links: ● Our Decluttering services around Au...