The Art of Decluttering

To celebrate my 10 years as a Professional Organiser I wanted to chat to other Professional Organisers who have also been in the industry for 10 years or more to glean wisdom from them as well as hear their top tips for achieving freedom from clutter.Bonnie is a friend of the show and it's such a pleasure to welcome her back to share her wealth of experience with us.We chat about what type of organiser she is and what running a Professional Organising business has looked like over the years.If you're looking for a Professional Organiser in SE QLD, check out Little Home Organised onlineEver considered a career as a Professional Organiser?Our brand new course is accredited and ready to go - it's the foundations of Decluttering and Professional Organising and expected to quickly become a required learning for entry into the Professional Organising industry. Whether you're in Australia or abroad, you can access this course as a brilliant first or next step in your professional development in our emerging and growing industry.Learn more: https://aces.edu.au/courses/decluttering-course/To receive $50 off, simply enter DART50 at checkoutCourse covers:An introduction to Professional OrganisingUnderstanding the Professional Organising IndustryAn introduction to Hoarding DisorderAn introduction to mental health careTrauma informed carePsychological safetyClient care and supportSelf careRisk managementEnvironmental risksManual handlingStep by step how to declutterWhat you need in your toolkitCase study videos of decluttering sessions in actionI'd love to ask you to leave a 5 star Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:Making DoBecome A Professional OrganiserJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever considered a career as a Professional Organiser?Our brand new course is accredited and ready to go - it's the foundations of Decluttering and Professional Organising and expected to quickly become a required learning for entry into the Professional Organising industry. Whether you're in Australia or abroad, you can access this course as a brilliant first or next step in your professional development in our emerging and growing industry.Learn more: https://aces.edu.au/courses/decluttering-course/To receive $50 off, simply enter DART50 at checkoutCourse covers:An introduction to Professional OrganisingUnderstanding the Professional Organising IndustryAn introduction to Hoarding DisorderAn introduction to mental health careTrauma informed carePsychological safetyClient care and supportSelf careRisk managementEnvironmental risksManual handlingStep by step how to declutterWhat you need in your toolkitCase study videos of decluttering sessions in actionI'd love to ask you to leave a 5 star Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:Environmental HazardsStocktakeRenovating and BuildingJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you get stuck on the idea of if something sparks joy or not... here is a new test you can use to decide if you want to declutter something or keep it. It's the poop test. Ask this question when trying to decide if something should be decluttered or kept... "if it was covered in poop, would you clean it off or throw the item away?"If you picked up your running shoes and they were covered in poop, would you clean them, scrape off the poo, take the laces out, soak the shoes and then wash and dry them. Would you do that? Or would you just throw them in the rubbish?The fundamental idea is that if you create a framework for decision making, it will make it easier for you to make decisions. And the framework needs to fit your values.If you're someone who wants to be surrounded by items that bring you incredible joy, use the spark joy frameworkIf you're more of a practical person, use the need it, use it, love it frameworkIf you're someone who needs to visualise poo on an item to decide if it's worth cleaning to keep... them use that framework!!I'd love to ask you to leave a 5 star Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:Need ItUse ItLove ItJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is the final week of our 3 week series called "What's Your Problem?" Discover 3 core clutter problems and the solution for each also!Week three is all about a MAINTENANCE problem... solved by HABITSChampioning my favourite catch phrase of "don't put it down, put it away", if you're struggling to keep your decluttered and organised home maintained, the habits you put into practice are going to be game changing for you. Reduce procrastination and just do it... you can do it!Explore today how to solve a maintenance problem through building your habits in your home.I invite you to join my Head, Heart and Home Decluttering Course to further develop the habits needed to maintain a decluttered and organised homeI'd love to ask you to leave a 5 star Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:Close the LoopRejecting BusyThree Times a DayJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful discussion, they delve into the common clutter issues we face, specifically focusing on systems problems. A compelling listener story showcases the vital role children can play in organization. Key principles for maintaining order are revealed, including grouping items and assigning specific homes for belongings. They also emphasize that effective organizing doesn't have to be complicated. Plus, there's a nod to the importance of community support and resources for families managing life’s many responsibilities.

Ever feel like your home is a cluttered snow globe? This discussion dives into the chaos of quantity-related clutter, revealing how having too much stuff breeds disorganization. Tune in to learn how understanding your personal limits can open the door to decluttering success. Strategies for creating breathing space and a serene environment are shared, empowering listeners to reclaim their homes and peace of mind. Plus, hear heartfelt gratitude for the supportive community that keeps the conversation going!

Comparison is the thief of joy... I like to remind myself that just because someone has what I want, doesn't mean they're happy. And it's unlikely that becoming like someone else is going to make me happy either.Comparison traps you in the future and you miss out on all the joy of todayToday in the podcast explore what is beneath comparison and you may even find some tips to align your desires to your values rather than what someone else has ☺️I'd love to ask you to leave a Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:EnoughMight As WellBecause. Really. AndJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever muttered the words, "I just need some breathing space", or when you've entered a cluttered room, "I can't even breathe in here", or when you're busy doing all the things, "I can't catch my breath"?And equally, when you walk into a spacious and decluttered space, "I can finally breathe again". Explore how being intentional and seeking to create space without guilt can change how you feel in your home. Whether it's space to relax on the weekend or space to put the clean dishes away, space to breathe is crucial. I'd love to ask you to leave a Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:EnoughMaking DoRoom to BloomJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I've made some organisational changes in our house and they've shifted the feeling and flow of the spaces I've made changes in. We moved some furniture around, updated our kitchen plastics and reassessed the storage in the boys wardrobes.Do you need to reassess and change an area of storage in your home? Start small and you may find that the flow on effect impacts many areas in a positive way!I'd love to ask you to leave a Google review today - it takes less than 2 minutes and it will make a huge impact on others confidence to listen/ engage/ join with our community and services around the world. Think of it as your way of giving back :) https://g.page/r/CaTTEYtgIiQTEBI/reviewYou may also like to listen to these episodes:StocktakeMight As WellBecause. Really. AndJoin our communityBecome a Patron – your monthly donation makes a huge difference to me being able to produce this podcast. Donations can be as little as $1 a month!Follow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupLeave a review on Apple PodcastThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you drowning in cardboard boxes? This discussion dives into the clutter chaos spawned by online shopping and the struggle of letting go of 'too good to toss' boxes. Listeners gain insights into repurposing options and the importance of discarding unnecessary packaging once items have found their place. Find out how to discern which boxes are worth keeping and learn clever storage alternatives to maintain order in your home. Plus, there's an emphasis on creating a supportive community as listeners are encouraged to engage.