More Organised Less Clutter

In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle chats with Julie Whiting, a professional organiser for The Decluttering Co based in Melbourne, about four common wardrobe and clothing-storage challenges and realistic ways to make a wardrobe easier to use.

Episode Highlights:

• Four common wardrobe problems.
• Why clutter and extra steps can make it harder to keep a wardrobe organised.
• Why a system should suit the person’s routines and preferences not just look good.

Key Takeaways:

• Declutter before buying storage. Too many clothes can make even a well-planned system difficult to maintain.
• Give prime space to everyday clothes so they’re easy to see and reach. Store occasional pieces elsewhere, with clear labels.
• Choose storage that works for you. Depending on your preferences, labelled opaque boxes, tubs, or pull-out drawers can be more useful than open shelves or clear containers.

Listen to the full episode now and start making your wardrobe work for you, not against you.

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In this episode of More Organised Less Clutter, Narelle shares practical ways to maximise the wardrobe you already have and make daily outfit decisions easier using the Fits App.

Episode Highlights:

• Why a cluttered wardrobe and too many choices can make getting dressed feel overwhelming.
• How the Fits app can create a visual digital wardrobe and work out a cost per wear.
• Create versatile outfit combinations and make everyday favourites easier to find.

Key Takeaways:

• Simplifying what you already own can make getting dressed much easier.
• Planning outfits ahead and creating go-to combinations can take pressure off busy mornings, holidays and going out.

Listen to the full episode now and discover simple ways to make better use of your existing wardrobe and reduce decision fatigue.

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle King talks with Stacey Uhrig, a certified trauma care practitioner, speaker, educator, and founder of Flip Your Mindset, about how lived experience shapes the way people think, feel, and behave around clutter. 

Episode Highlights:

• They discuss two common patterns behind clutter:
  • generational scarcity and the safety people can feel in abundance
  • nervous system dysregulation, including complex PTSD and neurodivergence, which can reduce executive function
• Stacey uses clutter as a clue, not a character flaw. 
• How curiosity and self-compassion can shift the conversation from blame to understanding.

• Clutter is often connected to emotional history, nervous system state, and identity, not just habits or discipline.
• A realistic organising system has to fit the person and their family, not an idealised version of what a home “should” look like.

Listen to the full episode now to reframe your approach to organisation with less shame, and a lot more self-understanding.

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle shares a simple gamified approach to spring clean your home by imagining you’re moving house.

Episode Highlights:

• Why spring is the ideal time to reset your home after winter.
• How the moving house mindset turns spring cleaning into a game.
• The four sorting categories to use room by room.
• 13 spring cleaning jobs that fit the moving house approach.
• A simple maintenance system built around weekly, monthly, and quarterly checklists to keep the home manageable year round

Key Takeaways:

• Motivation often comes after starting, so focusing on task initiation matters more than waiting to feel ready.
• A regular checklist for weekly, monthly, and quarterly tasks helps keep your home feeling calm, clean, and under control.

Listen to the full episode now and use the moving house game to tackle one spring cleaning task today, even if you only have 10 minutes.

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle talks with Linda from Creative Surrounds, an expert organiser with over 17 years of experience helping seniors downsize.

Episode Highlights:

• Downsizing process and ideal timeframe for downsizing.
• Why focusing on the lifestyle you want can be more helpful than focusing on the size of the future space.
• Easy places to start decluttering, including linen cupboards, books, and items that family members may already want or treasure.
• The emotional side of downsizing.

Key Takeaways:

• Downsizing goes much more smoothly when there is time to process memories and make thoughtful decisions.
• You do not need to know your next home before you begin. 
• Use what you love. Good china, glassware, and keepsakes do not have to stay packed away if they can be enjoyed today.

Listen to the full episode now and hear Linda’s practical downsizing advice, emotional insight, and easy first steps for seniors and families facing a move.

Connect with Linda:

• Website: http://www.creativesurrounds.com.au
• Follow her on social media:  https://www.facebook.com/creativesurroundsorganising 

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In this episode of More Organised Less Clutter, Narelle shares practical eco-friendly cleaning habits that save time, reduce waste, and cut down on clutter in the home.

Episode Highlights:

• Quick and effective cleaning routines to fit your busy schedule.
• Simple eco-friendly product swaps and all-purpose cleaners that reduce plastic waste.
• How minimizing cleaning supplies creates more mental clarity and cupboard space.
• Tips for keeping habits easy and sustainable in everyday life.

Key takeaways:

• Sort laundry before it becomes a bigger job.
• Keep cleaning supplies where you actually use them.
• Fewer, better products can mean less waste, less clutter, and less stress.

Listen to the full episode now and pick up a few simple changes that can make cleaning faster, greener, and less cluttered.

Links:

• Filthy clean
• Everclean

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle chats with Ali from Ali B Co., a professional organiser about the most common organising mistakes, how isolation can stall progress, and practical spring-cleaning ideas for getting a home back under control.

In this episode:

• The biggest decluttering mistake is pulling everything out at once, then running out of energy before the reset is finished.
• How isolation and busy regional life can make it harder for people to ask for help or even get started.
• What a virtual session look like from planning a session properly, including timeframe's, check-ins, and stop points.
• Tailoring organising to a person’s cycles, seasons, and family stage instead of expecting constant productivity
• Seasonal spring refreshes, including dusty cupboards, laundry, windows, wardrobes, shoes, under the couch, and indoor plants

Key takeaways:

• Decluttering works better when you plan the whole process, not just the sorting stage
• Virtual support can still be highly effective when it includes structure, accountability, and regular check-ins
• Spring is a good time to reset spaces that have been shut down all winter

Listen to the full episode now and get practical, realistic ideas for decluttering on your own or virtually.

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle shares practical ways to unpack and organise your new home with neurodivergent needs in mind. She covers breaking unpacking into manageable tasks, creating functional zones, building simple routines and making your home feel calmer and easier to use.

Episode Highlights:

• How to break unpacking into small, manageable tasks instead of tackling the whole house at once.
• Why prioritising bedrooms, the kitchen and bathrooms can help you feel settled sooner.
• How to create functional zones based on how you actually use your home, rather than simply copying your old setup.
• Simple ways to support routines, reduce decision fatigue and create sensory comfort in your new space.

Key Takeaways:

• Start small. Focus on one area or category at a time and use a short timer to keep unpacking manageable.
• Set up your home around your needs. Keep frequently used items visible and accessible, and create practical homes for the things you use every day.
• Build flexible routines. Small daily resets, visual reminders and simple checklists can help prevent clutter from building up without adding unnecessary pressure.

Listen to the full episode now and learn how to turn your new house into a functional, calming space that supports your routines and your brain, without feeling like you have to unpack and organise everything perfectly at once.

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle King talks with Helen from Loving Space Solutions about what really sits underneath clutter and why repeat patterns often return after a tidy-up. 

Episode Highlights:

• Helen explores the root causes behind clutter, including emotional attachment, impulse buying, and difficulty letting go.
• She shares why beliefs like “I’ll regret it” or “this is just who I am” can keep clutter cycling back, even after a home has been reset.
• How family messages and generational habits, especially around waste and scarcity, can shape how people relate to possessions.
• Helen breaks down Psyche as a gentle process that uses muscle testing, subconscious belief updates, and aligned action to support new habits.
• How subconscious work and physical organising can work together for better long-term results.

Key takeaways

• Clutter is often a symptom, not the real problem.
• Lasting change usually requires addressing both the mindset and the physical space.
• Small beliefs inherited from family or formed in childhood can have a big impact on how people hold onto things.

Listen to the full episode now and hear how subconscious belief work can help tackle clutter at the root, not just the surface.

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In this episode of More Organised, Less Clutter, Narelle shares five common moving mistakes that can make moving house more stressful than it needs to be, from not allowing enough time to forgetting to label boxes properly. She'll walk you through simple ways to plan ahead, declutter before you move, pack with unpacking in mind, and look after yourself throughout the process.

Episode Highlights:

• Why underestimating the time needed for packing, sorting and cleaning can lead to last-minute stress.
• How decluttering before you move can save you time, energy and money.
• Why aiming for “good enough” rather than perfect can help you keep moving when unexpected problems come up.
• Simple packing and labelling strategies that make unpacking much easier, including colour coding and avoiding those dreaded “Miscellaneous” boxes.

Key Takeaways:

• Give yourself more time than you think you’ll need. Work backwards from moving day and create a timeline for everything that needs to happen.
• Declutter before you pack. There’s little point spending time and money moving things you no longer use or need.
• Pack for the person who will be unpacking. Clear labels, room names, contents lists and keeping furniture hardware organised can save hours later.

Listen to the full episode now and learn how to avoid the common mistakes that can turn a moving day into a stressful scramble. Whether you’re moving across town or interstate, these practical tips will help you plan ahead, reduce unnecessary work and make settling into your new home a little easier.

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