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Summary
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
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: [email protected]
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.
By Heather Tingle5
2121 ratings
Send me a text message about this podcast
Summary
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
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: [email protected]
Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.

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