The Art of Decluttering

By Amy Revell

Amy Revell is a Declutter Coach and Professional Organiser and wants you to experience freedom from clutter in your head, heart and home!

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Number 1: Clean Home Roadmap
Keeping your home clean isn't just about cleaning. It starts much earlier than that. If you've ever felt frustrated because no matter how much you clean, your home never seems to stay that way, it might be because you're trying to start at the wrong end of the roadmap. Instead of focusing on cleaning first, work your way through the roadmap that make cleaning easier. Start by understanding your why. Knowing why you want a calmer, cleaner home gives you the motivation to begin. From there, declutter by letting go of what you no longer need. Once you have less to manage, you can categorise similar items, create organised homes for everything, and make tidying a simple matter of putting things back where they belong. When your home is organised, tidying becomes quicker. When it's tidy, cleaning suddenly takes a fraction of the time and effort. Rather than trying to overhaul your entire home at once, choose one small space, like your bathroom or wardrobe, and work through each step. Build the right foundation before moving on to another area. Remember the roadmap: Know your why → Get motivated → Declutter → Categorise → Organise → Tidy → Clean Download the Roadmap Here When you follow the steps in that order, maintaining your home becomes far more achievable, and you'll spend less time managing your stuff and more time enjoying your home. You may also like to listen to these episodes: Tidy Dad with Tyler Moore Need. Want. Excess Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/YyX8LV42SPU Join my CommunityLeave a 5 Star Google ReviewFollow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 30, 202616min
Number 2: Tidy Dad with Tyler Moore
In this conversation with Tyler Moore, better known as Tidy Dad, you'll discover how a mental health breakdown, a tiny New York apartment and the chaos of raising young children became the catalyst for creating a simpler, more intentional life. You don't need a bigger house, more money or a perfectly organised home to live well. What you need is alignment between your space, your values and the life you actually want. Together, we explore why decluttering is about far more than getting rid of stuff. It's about making decisions that reduce overwhelm, creating systems that make tidying easy, and learning to stop chasing the life you think you should want. You'll hear why "just enough" is a freeing mindset, how to let go of the fear of "what if I need it someday?", and why decluttering often uncovers deeper life changes. Tyler also shares his concept of "surthrival", those seasons when life stretches you beyond your capacity, and practical ways to find joy even in the middle of difficult circumstances. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by clutter, questioning your priorities, or simply wanting a home that supports the life you want to live, you'll come away encouraged to make choices that create more freedom, not more pressure. Your home doesn't need to be perfect. It simply needs to make room for what matters most. Connect with Tidy Dad Tyler Moore Tyler Moore (Tidy Dad) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tidydad Tidy Tidbits podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tidy-tidbits-with-tyler-moore-tidy-up-your-life-with/id1816271318 The Tidy Times (Substack): https://tidydad.substack.com/s/tidy-tidbits Tidy Up Your Life by Tyler Moore: https://thetidydad.com/qrbook You may also like to listen to these episodes: The Minimal Mom with Dawn Madsen 5 Home Truths Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/jVhBaWKWxdo Join my communityLeave a 5 Star Google ReviewFollow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 23, 202650min
Number 3: Lingering
Before you jump into decluttering, what if you paused—just for a moment? That small pause, or “linger,” can completely change the way you make decisions in your home. Instead of rushing straight into tidying, stand back and observe the space first. Notice what’s actually being used, what keeps becoming clutter hotspots, and what systems might not be working. When you linger, even for five seconds, you give yourself the clarity to solve the real problem rather than repeatedly tidying the symptoms. You might walk into a playroom and realise the mess isn’t the issue—there’s simply too much for your kids to manage. Or you might see that clean clothes piling up on a chair aren’t about laziness but about a system that doesn’t suit your household. That pause helps you respond intentionally instead of reactively. Lingering also allows you to check in with your emotions before decluttering. If you’re feeling frustrated, rushed, or overwhelmed, that emotional state can influence your decisions. Recognising how you feel helps you choose what to tackle and what to leave for another day. It also helps you plan realistically. Instead of pulling everything out and getting stuck midway, you can think through the whole process, the time you have, and the outcome you want. This leads to smaller, achievable wins rather than overwhelm. When you practise the linger, you become more intentional with your space, your time, and your energy. You create systems that actually work for your real life, not just ideal organisation. Over time, this thoughtful pause leads to smarter choices, sustainable systems, and a home that serves you long-term. You may also like to listen to these episodes: Neat vs Tidy Biting Off Too Much Join my communityLeave a 5 Star Google ReviewFollow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook group Thank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 08, 202619min
Number 4: House Burping
Have you ever walked into your home and felt the air was a little… stale? Maybe a bit heavy, dusty, or holding onto yesterday’s dinner? You might not realise it, but your house needs to “burp.” House burping simply means opening doors and windows to create cross-flow ventilation so fresh air can move through your home. Not just a cracked window — real airflow. Even ten minutes a day can make a noticeable difference. When you live in a home (with humans, pets, cooking, showers and heaters running), moisture builds up. That moisture turns dust into grime, increases the risk of mould, and traps smells in soft furnishings and paint. If clutter is present, airflow is even more restricted — which means more stagnant air, more dust settling, and more odour lingering. When you open windows regularly, you improve air quality, reduce moisture, and make mould less likely. You also disturb settled dust while decluttering, which is exactly why ventilation matters when you’re tidying. There’s a psychological shift too. Fresh air and natural light change how you see your space. You notice dust on the mirror. You feel more motivated to wipe it down. Light reveals what’s been hiding behind closed blinds. Airflow reduces that oppressive, boxed-in feeling clutter can create. Try opening several windows across your home for ten minutes in the morning. Let your house breathe. You might find it easier to clean, clearer to think, and lighter in your space. You may also like to listen to these episodes: Reducing Volume Blame Entropy Join my communityLeave a 5 Star Google ReviewFollow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook groupThank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 22, 202619min
Number 5: Where To Begin?
You want to declutter, but you’re standing in the middle of your home thinking, Where on earth do I begin? You’re not alone. Even when it’s obvious a space needs attention, knowing where to start can feel surprisingly overwhelming. Instead of searching for the perfect starting point, focus on momentum. Decluttering doesn’t begin with emptying an entire room, buying containers, or consuming endless inspiration. It begins with one small, doable action. Explore three simple ways to start without overthinking. First, you learn how powerful it can be to grab just one bag and fill it — either with rubbish or donations. One bag creates a clear finish line and instant momentum. You also learn why organising won’t solve clutter if the quantity stays the same, and how reducing what you own is always the first step. Next, you’re encouraged to choose a single, low-emotion category to declutter. Not a whole room — just one contained category like towels, DVDs, clothes that no longer fit, or reusable shopping bags (yes, you probably have too many). Smaller categories mean faster wins and less decision fatigue. Finally, learn how to start with a habit instead of a project. By placing a donation bag somewhere visible and committing to one item per day, decluttering becomes part of everyday life rather than another overwhelming task. Remember that regret is rarely about letting go — it’s usually about waiting too long. Progress matters more than perfection, and freedom comes from simply starting. Join my free 5 Day Wardrobe Challenge if you're wanting to get started You may also like to listen to these episodes: 5 Home Truths Confirmation Bias Join my communityLeave a 5 Star Google ReviewFollow me on InstagramFollow me on FacebookJoin my Facebook group Thank you to my sound engineer, Jarred from Four4ty Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 01, 202619min