• Decluttering Untangled with Heather Tingle : How to declutter when you're overwhelmed, ADHD or Autistic

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Decluttering Untangled with Heather Tingle : How to declutter when you're overwhelmed, ADHD or Autistic

By: Heather Tingle
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  • Summary

  • In this podcast, Heather will teach you what really works, and what doesn't, to successfully declutter your home - as when you're overwhelmed, ADHD or Autistic, it isn't just a case of hiring a skip and having a big sort out - it's not that easy!

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    Heather is an expert in working with families that live in chaos, and all the challenges that brings. She is Autistic and has ADHD so knows all about how neurodiversity links to clutter. As a naturally messy person herself, she can show you how to live in a clean, clutter free and organised home regardless of the issues you face. She thrives on creating strategies and systems that work for real families. Transforming your cluttered homes to calm, safe spaces can also improve your mental, physical and financial health, learn all about it in this podcast.

    Heather Tingle has been a member of The Association of Professional Declutterers and Organisers since 2016. She and her family have had hoarding tendencies, living in messy homes, stuck in that never ending, exhausting cycle of chores and tidying. She decluttered her home and found a new, calmer and more content way to live. She now supports clients in person and online to achieve the same outcome in their own homes - and now you can learn how she does it through this podcast too!

    © 2025 Heather Tingle trading as Untangled by Tingle
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Episodes
  • 080 - Decluttering windowsills

    080 - Decluttering windowsills
    May 2 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the importance of managing clutter on windowsills, emphasising that they should not be treated as storage units. She shares insights on how to effectively use windowsills for plants and decorative items, while also highlighting the mental health benefits of a clean and organised space. The episode concludes with practical tips for maintaining a curated and visually appealing windowsill.


    Takeaways

    • Windowsills should not be used as storage units.
    • A cluttered windowsill can block light and impact mental health.
    • Limit the number of plants on windowsills to avoid overwhelm.
    • Use the rule of three for a curated look.
    • Create a designated space for daily essentials to avoid clutter.
    • A clear windowsill can make a room feel brighter and cleaner.
    • Consider the view and light when organising windowsills.
    • Be mindful of sensory issues when managing plants and clutter.
    • Remember to be kind to yourself during the decluttering process.


    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction to Decluttering and Ants

    02:54
    Understanding Windowsills and Their Purpose

    06:00
    Managing Plants on Windowsills

    08:55
    Creating a Curated Space

    09:50
    Final Thoughts on Windowsills and Mental Wellbeing


    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.


    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: help@untangledbytingle.com
    Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.
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    12 mins
  • 079 - Stop Wasting Free Money: Declutter and Organise Your Vouchers and Gift Cards

    079 - Stop Wasting Free Money: Declutter and Organise Your Vouchers and Gift Cards
    Apr 25 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the emotional and practical challenges of managing vouchers, coupons, and gift cards. She provides strategies for organising these items to prevent them from becoming sources of stress and guilt. The episode emphasises the importance of understanding the emotional impact of unused vouchers and offers practical tips for keeping track of them, including setting reminders and creating effective storage solutions.

    Takeaways

    • Finding vouchers can cause sadness and upset.
    • Gift vouchers can create unfulfilled promises and stress.
    • It's important to gather all vouchers in one place.
    • Expired vouchers can sometimes be reissued by customer service.
    • You don't have to keep vouchers you won't use.
    • Setting reminders can help prevent vouchers from expiring.
    • Physical vouchers should be stored where you check before shopping.
    • Digital vouchers can be organised in apps or photo albums.
    • Letting go of unused vouchers is not wasting money.
    • Be kind to yourself during the decluttering process.


    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction to Decluttering Vouchers and Coupons

    02:50
    Understanding the Emotional Impact of Unused Vouchers

    06:06
    Strategies for Organizing and Using Vouchers Effectively

    08:52
    Setting Reminders and Final Thoughts


    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.


    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: help@untangledbytingle.com
    Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.
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    12 mins
  • 078 - The Truth About Notebooks: Why You Don’t Need Another One!

    078 - The Truth About Notebooks: Why You Don’t Need Another One!
    Apr 18 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle explores the common issue of accumulating notebooks that often go unused. She discusses the psychological allure of stationery, the importance of decluttering these items, and offers practical advice on how to effectively use or replace notebooks with alternatives. Heather emphasises the need to rethink the purpose of notebooks and encourages listeners to let go of unnecessary items while finding more efficient ways to organise their thoughts and tasks.


    Takeaways

    • Notebooks often accumulate without being used effectively.
    • The allure of new stationery can lead to repeated cycles of purchase and neglect.
    • Perfectionism can hinder the use of notebooks, leading to stress over mistakes.
    • Many notes in notebooks are rarely revisited and can be let go.
    • Writing in notebooks is more about learning than referencing later.
    • Shredding or burning old notes can be cathartic and freeing.
    • Consider the actual need for each notebook before keeping it.
    • Alternatives like diaries and post-it notes can be more effective for organisation.
    • Technology can provide useful tools for note-taking and organisation.
    • Remarkable - digital alternative to notebooks (affiliate link)
    • Using what you already have can prevent unnecessary purchases.


    Chapters

    00:00
    The Notebook Dilemma

    02:52
    Understanding Our Attachment to Notebooks

    06:08
    Rethinking the Purpose of Notebooks

    08:57
    Alternatives to Traditional Notebooks

    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.


    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: help@untangledbytingle.com
    Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.
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    11 mins

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Most compassionate with Best strategies for decluttering l have ever heard

I love the approach of these podcasts, the practical strategies and innate understanding of her audience's needs and the way we think. Do yourself a favour and listen to Heather, no sugar coating or artificial hype, just down to earth assessments of what is achievable and with doable strategies...
she's the real deal, gently honest and clever strategies that rally help.

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