July 02, 2025

#32 How simple systems create balance & stop the daily chaos with Louise | Simply Sortin'

51 minutes

If you’re fed up with mornings that feel like a full-body workout before 9am, piles of clutter that seem to regenerate overnight, and a never-ending to-do list that never actually gets done, this one’s for you.

I sat down with Louise Ufer-Nolte, Professional Organiser and founder of Simply Sortin’, to talk about how busy parents and professionals can stop firefighting and actually build a home that works for them, not against them. Louise works 1:1 with clients across Edinburgh & the Lothians, and she knows that finding balance isn’t about colour-coded calendars or unrealistic routines. It’s about systems that stick.

Inside this episode:

Why clutter makes you tired and how to stop the brain fog by getting your physical space in check

The power of “wait time” and how to turn 30 seconds into progress (not just more scrolling)

The daily reset habits that stop stuff piling up again, and actually last longer than a week

The problem with perfectionist routines, and how to create simple systems that flex with your day

Why protecting your rest time isn’t a luxury, it’s a strategy

How to make tidy-up time a normal part of family life (and not just something you do when someone’s coming over)

The small mindset shift that helps you take action even when your energy’s on the floor

The “never leave a room empty-handed” rule, and how it saves you hours every week

This episode is for women who are sick of being the default for everything. It’s a practical, honest conversation about how to create balance, and build routines that actually work in real life, not just on paper.

Connect with the guest:

Want to work with Louise or follow her for more practical organising advice? If you’re based in Edinburgh, the Lothians or surrounding areas and need hands-on help decluttering or setting up systems, Louise is brilliant.

Website: simplysortin.co.uk
Instagram: @simply_sortin

Podcast listener offer: Louise is offering her signature virtual organising package for just £55 (usually £70). Just quote “Simply Podcast” when you book.

The package includes:

A 1-hour virtual consultation tailored to your home or routine

A personalised plan with realistic actions you can implement straight away

A 30-minute follow-up session to keep you accountable and supported

Your Next Steps:

Work with me: https://www.amythespacecreator.com/services

Join my VIP email list for free weekly decluttering and mindset tips & motivation: https://thespacecreator.myflodesk.com/tscpodcast

Join The Space Creator Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/spacecreatorcommunity

Want to become a Pro Organiser? Watch the free training replay now → https://learn.proorganiseracademy.com/first-steps-training

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Thanks so much for listening
Amy xx
-Your decluttering bestie

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By Amy Prior