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

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

By: Heather Tingle
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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!

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Episodes
  • 107 - How to declutter collectables and collections

    107 - How to declutter collectables and collections
    Nov 7 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode, Heather untangles the fine line between a comforting collection and overwhelming clutter. She explores why collecting feels so soothing for neurodivergent brains, how it can quietly shift into pressure or guilt, and what questions to ask if your “treasures” have taken over. You’ll learn how to spot when you’re keeping things for love, nostalgia, or the hope they’ll be worth something one day, and how to keep the joy without drowning in stuff.

    Chapters:

    Intro: When Treasures Take Over

    Why We Collect

    When Comfort Turns Into Clutter

    Are You Still Enjoying It?

    Holding On to Past You

    The “It Might Be Worth Something” Trap

    The Emotional Layer Behind Collecting

    Keeping What Truly Matters

    Redefining What You Keep

    The Sunk Cost Reminder

    Loving Collections Without Letting Them Take Over


    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.

    Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


    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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    14 mins
  • 106 - How to declutter the under stairs cupboard

    106 - How to declutter the under stairs cupboard
    Oct 31 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the challenges of decluttering the under stairs cupboard, a common clutter magnet in many homes. She explores the reasons behind its tendency to accumulate clutter, especially for those with neurodivergent brains, and offers practical strategies for tackling this space. Heather emphasises the importance of understanding the purpose of the cupboard, categorising items, and implementing effective organising strategies to create a functional and stress-free environment.

    Chapters

    00:00 The Nightmare of the Under Stairs Cupboard
    02:41 Understanding the Clutter Magnet
    05:56 Practical Steps to Declutter
    08:34 Organising for Accessibility and Efficiency


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    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.

    Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


    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
  • 105 - How to pace yourself when decluttering

    105 - How to pace yourself when decluttering
    Oct 24 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle emphasises the importance of pacing oneself during the decluttering process. She discusses how rest is essential for maintaining energy and making effective decisions. Heather also highlights the emotional aspects of decluttering, encouraging listeners to be kind to themselves and to plan their decluttering efforts around their energy levels. The conversation covers strategies for managing time and energy, the significance of rewards, and the necessity of allowing oneself to rest and recover throughout the decluttering journey.


    Chapters

    00:00 The Importance of Pacing in Decluttering
    02:45 Understanding Energy and Rest in the Decluttering Process
    05:56 Planning and Timing for Effective Decluttering
    08:35 Emotional Aspects of Decluttering
    11:17 Finding Balance: Rest and Productivity in Decluttering


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    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.

    Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.


    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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    14 mins
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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.

Most compassionate with Best strategies for decluttering l have ever heard

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