How To Break Up With Your Stuff

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How To Break Up With Your Stuff episodes

July 30, 2025#36 Letting go of mum guilt, mental load and a home that’s not working with Annie | Declutter with Delight
If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “How did it get this bad?” you’re not alone. The toys, the dishes, the laundry, the mental to-do list that never stops. This episode is for the mums who are just plain overwhelmed and need permission to stop trying to do it all.
I sat down with Annie from Declutter with Delight to talk about what really happens when you let go of the guilt, the pressure, and the piles, and start creating a home that supports your real life, not your Pinterest board.
We’re digging into:
Why motherhood during COVID sent Annie into stuff overload, and how it led her to decluttering for mental survival

How being a former teacher helps her create routines and systems that actually stick

The myth that “you should just be able to manage” and why it keeps so many women stuck

What changed when she stopped obsessing over how things looked and focused on how things worked

Why involving kids early makes decluttering easier, not harder

Annie’s go-to method for overwhelmed clients: start with bins, skip the sentimental

The magic of a 10-minute tidy when everything has a place, and how to get there

The real cost of clutter: overwhelm, overstimulation, and constant decision fatigue

A powerful client story that started with one overwhelmed mum and ended with a complete mindset shift

Her advice to anyone who feels ashamed to ask for help, and why it’s actually a strength

This one’s for the mums carrying it all, physically, mentally, emotionally, and wondering if they’re just not cut out for this. You are. You’re just doing it all alone.

Connect with Annie
Annie is based in Oxfordshire and supports families across the county and surrounding areas including Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire. She offers gentle, shame-free support both in person and virtually.
Website: declutterwithdelight.com

Instagram: @declutterwithdelight

Annie offers:
Full-day and half-day in-home decluttering sessions

Virtual organising and accountability packages

Decluttering support tailored to mums and busy family life

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
52 min
July 24, 2025#35 Think You Can’t Be a Minimalist? Here’s the Truth About Living With Less with Shannon | Simpl Living Co
If you’ve ever looked around your home and thought, “Why is it so full, but still not working for me?”or if minimalism feels totally unrealistic unless you live alone with a single plant and a white sofa, this one’s for you.
This week, I’m joined by Shannon from @simpllivingco, a minimalist coach and professional organiser helping women in Sussex, Surrey and South London create calm, intentional homes that actually work for their real lives.
We talk about the moment one Netflix documentary changed everything for her, and why she intentionally downsized her whole life into one room. She shares her take on minimalism (spoiler: it’s not about living in a white box), the shopping habits keeping us stuck, and how to let go of guilt around sentimental stuff.
She also shares powerful stories from her work with clients, including navigating care home transitions and turning clutter into cash.
If you’ve ever wondered whether minimalism and motherhood can coexist, or felt like decluttering never sticks, press play. This chat is packed with real talk, identity shifts, and a fresh, grounded take on what intentional living actually looks like.
What you’ll learn:
How minimalism can work with your life (and your kids)
Why your shopping habits matter more than you think
The hidden cost of “just in case” clutter
What minimalism really is—and what it definitely isn’t
A refreshing approach to letting go of sentimental stuff

Mentioned in the episode:
https://www.theminimalists.com/films
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/millennial-minimalists/id1432155616

Connect with Shannon
Based in Sussex, Surrey and South London, Shannon helps clients simplify and reset their homes with a minimalist mindset.
Website: simplliving.co
Instagram: @simpllivingco (also on Facebook)

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
50 min
July 16, 2025#34 How to Organise Your Home When You’re A Time-Poor Working Mum with Fiona | Professionally Sorted
If you’ve ever felt like mornings are a total wreck, shoes are always vanishing, or the kitchen’s overflowing with random toys and rogue socks, it’s time to get real and take back your space.
This week, I’m chatting with Fiona from Professionally Sorted, the ultimate calm-bringer for busy families across Kent and East Sussex. She helps packed-out homes transform into spaces that actually work, with no shame, no judgement, and no need for designer baskets.
Here’s what we cover:
How her background in teaching gave her the planning skills and patience needed to organise chaos

The busy-family burnout cycle, with too many commitments, no structure, and clutter that steals your calm

Why routines for things like shoes and school bags aren’t over-the-top, they’re life-saving

Her go-to 90-day rule, and why seasonal swapping is a game-changer

A client story where removing one old feeding chair unlocked a spare room and fresh headspace

Why label makers are underrated heroes, especially when you’ve got kids, partners or ADHD brains in the mix

Quick wins to try today:
Monthly mini declutters (like toy boxes and kids’ wardrobes)

The golden rule, don’t put it down, put it away

Get the kids involved early, even if they’re tiny. Fake it ‘til they make it

How she helps clients let go of guilt around asking for help, and why it’s actually a strength

What clutter really costs you, and why investing in organising is worth it ten times over

Her latest offerings, including pre-baby room prep and decluttering for home sales, which can boost your house value by up to 8%

Connect with Fiona
Based in Kent and East Sussex, Fiona helps families reset their space and systems in a way that actually lasts.
Website: professionallysorted.com
Instagram: @professionally_sorted (also on Facebook)
calendly.com/fiona-professionallysorted

She offers:
Full home or room-by-room decluttering and organising

Kitchens, wardrobes, toy rooms, sheds, you name it

Bespoke services including:
Nursery setup before baby arrives

Staging and space prep before putting your house on the market

Ongoing check-ins and label-making that keeps everyone on track

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
34 min
July 09, 2025#33 How mindlessly buying stuff did not make me happy with Alison Fish | Tidy AF UK
If you’ve ever felt the pull of your credit card after a tough week, found your space overwhelmed with impulse buys, or wondered why shopping didn’t fill the hole, it’s time for a recalibration.
I sat down with Alison Fish, Professional Organiser and founder of Tidy AF UK, to unpack how compulsive spending and clutter were symptoms, not solutions, and how she turned it all around. Alison now works 1:1 with clients across Lincolnshire & Yorkshire, guiding them from chaos to clarity by understanding their habits, motivations, and money mindset.
We’re digging into:
How Alzheimer's in her family exposed patterns of hoarding and overbuying and made Alison re-evaluate her own spending

Why a full attic made her go “enough” and how she broke free from buying clutter

Why clutter is never just about “stuff” it always has a deeper root cause

How honest conversations about debt can unlock real progress (yes, even with your bank)

Tips to stop impulse shopping: curate your feed, wait before purchasing, and ask yourself “Do I really need this?”

The power of saving with intention, how budgeting for goals helps prevent frivolous spending

Why cheap, fast fashion is a false economy, and how buying better quality boosts long-term happiness

Educating yourself on money, buying habits, and responsibility, because no one else is going to do it for you

How decluttering isn’t just aesthetic, it’s emotional, financial, and life-changing

The critical role of community and expert support in holding yourself accountable

This episode is for anyone who’s realised that more stuff wasn’t the answer and feels ready to shift spending habits, reduce clutter, and reclaim control of their space, money, and mind.
Connect with Alison
If you're based in North Lincolnshire, Yorkshire or surrounding areas and want help decluttering, organising or changing spending habits, Alison is brilliant.
Website: tidyafuk.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tidyafuk
Alison offers:
Half-day and full-day decluttering + organising sessions

Intensive 24-hour declutter packages

Virtual support available on request

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
48 min
July 02, 2025#32 How simple systems create balance & stop the daily chaos with Louise | Simply Sortin'
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

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
52 min
June 25, 2025#31 Sustainable Decluttering with Cotswolds Pro Organiser Emanuel “Em‑Joyably” | The Organised Butler
In this episode of How to Break Up With Your Stuff, I’m joined by the fabulous Emanuel from Em-joyably—The Organised Butler, who blends sustainable decluttering with soulful simplicity in the most grounded, gorgeous way.
We’re digging into how to clear your space without wrecking the planet (or your bank balance).
Inside this episode:
What “sustainable decluttering” really means (and why it’s a radical act of self-care)
How your childhood might be driving your clutter habits (hello, overbuying)
Where your stuff should go instead of landfill (practical tips you can action today)
How to shift from impulse shopping to intentional living
Genius tips for repurposing, recycling, donating, and reducing waste
The butler secrets you didn’t know you needed (yes, really)
Whether you’re an eco-warrior, a recovering shopaholic, or just tired of rebuying tape measures… this one’s for you.
Connect with the guest:
🔗 Website: em-joyably.com/home
📸 Instagram: @em_joyably
Go follow Emanuel and let him know this episode sent you!
Mentioned in this episode:
🔧 Repair Cafe: repaircafe.org/en/
♼ Terracycle: terracycle.com
♻️ Recycle Now: recyclenow.com/

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
51 min
June 18, 2025#30 How to teach your kids to be organised and promote independence with So Organised with Sam
If you’ve ever felt weighed down by toy-strewn floors, morning meltdowns, or childhood clutter chaos, it’s time for a fresh perspective. In this soul-nourishing chat, I sat down with Sam Allan, a busy mum of two and Professional Organiser from Aberdeen, founder of So Organised With Sam, to unpack how instilling organisation in our kids isn’t just practical, it’s pure empowerment.
We’re diving deep into:
Why responsibility = confidence (yes, a 19‑month‑old can feel buzzing pulling her own bowl from a low drawer!)

How chores = future success (a Harvard 75‑year study proves chores build resilience, happiness and adult achievement)

The life-changing magic of family tidy-up time (20 minutes, four hands, zero resentment)

When to lead and when to step back; so kids actually learn to solve not get rescued

How to avoid the slow build-up of mum burnout by creating shared responsibility (and not being the default for everything)

Spotting resentment before it takes hold; and turning it into connection and teamwork

Declutter methods kids actually get; simple keep/go systems, toy rotation, and holding zones that give everyone space to decide

Clever storage hacks to make life easier; why labelled baskets and Joseph Joseph organisers are game-changers in a family home
This episode is for the mums who are sick of doing it all. It’s the reminder you didn’t know you needed, that you’re not failing, you’re just doing too much alone. And there’s another way!!

Connect with the guest:
Want to work with Sam or follow her for more tips? If you’re based in Scotland and want hands-on help decluttering and organising, Sam is the one. She covers the North East of Scotland, Aberdeenshire, Angus and Aberdeen, and she’s fab!
🔗 Website: soorganised.co.uk
📸 Instagram: @so_organised_
Go follow her and let her know this episode sent you!

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
1 hr 3 min
May 28, 2025#29 You Can’t Manifest in Holey Knickers (Declutter Them!)
Why Everything Goes Wrong Before Everything Gets Better
Ever noticed how life seems to fall apart right before your biggest breakthrough? In this solo episode, I’m getting honest about the chaos that’s exploded lately—from (almost) burnout and ocular migraines to toddler sick bugs and Zooms in carparks—and why I still believe it’s all happening for a reason.
We’re diving into what it really means to stop settling, why you have to become the version of you who already has what you want, and how the universe will test you before your next level arrives. This one’s part personal update, part identity rewire—and if you’re currently in the thick of it, this episode is your permission slip to trust the mess and THE PROCESS!!
Because you can’t manifest a new life while clinging to old habits, holey knickers, and “it’ll do” energy.
What you’ll learn:
Why chaos often strikes right before a breakthrough
How burnout shows up—and why I ignored every sign
The sneaky ways we settle (and how to stop)
Why manifestation isn’t about what you want—it’s about who you are
The energetic signals you’re sending without realising it
How to stop attracting chaos and start becoming your future self
What happened in my masterclass that blew people away

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
35 min
April 23, 2025#28 How to Declutter When Your Family Isn’t On Board
If you’ve ever felt ready to create a calmer, more spacious home—but your family just isn’t on the same page—this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m talking about how to move forward with decluttering without arguments, guilt, or waiting around for everyone else to suddenly get on board.
Because the truth is, you don’t need everyone’s permission to start creating the environment you desire. You just need a new approach—and I’m sharing exactly what that looks like.
Key Takeaways
Why your energy is more powerful than trying to convince anyone else
How to respect others' boundaries without abandoning your own vision
What to declutter first to avoid conflict and still make a big impact
A gentle but honest reframe if you’ve been telling yourself you “can’t declutter because of them”
Why your home reflects your energy—and how to shift it from stuck to spacious
Tune in if you’re ready to stop waiting for permission and start making changes that actually feel good for you, this episode will help you take those first empowered steps.
Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼
17 min
April 16, 2025 #27 5 Toxic Beliefs Keeping You Stuck in Clutter (And How to Rewire Them)
If you’ve ever found yourself constantly clearing out only to feel like the clutter just creeps back in, this episode is for you. I’m diving deep into the hidden mindset blocks that keep so many women stuck in a cycle of clutter, guilt and overwhelm—and showing you how to shift them for good.
Spoiler: it’s not really about the stuff.

Key Takeaways:
1. The one tiny phrase that’s secretly draining your energy every time you tidy (and what to say instead).
2. Why feeling guilty about “wasted money” is keeping your space stuck—and how to flip that energy into abundance
3. The deeper meaning behind “I’ll deal with it later” and how it’s affecting your self-worth.
4. A powerful reframe if you’ve ever told yourself, “This is just who I am.”
5. The truth about “readiness” and how to finally move forward (without waiting for the stars to align).

Tune in to discover the beliefs that are hiding beneath the surface, the ones you might not even realise are running the show. Let’s get you feeling lighter, clearer and more in control—starting now.

Free resources:
Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide
Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt
Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching
Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com
Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior
If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

11 min