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Selling Your Home? Depersonalising and Decluttering are Key. Selling a house is more than just listing it online and waiting for buyers to fall in love. It’s about creating a space where they can see themselves living. One of the most important steps in this process is depersonalising and decluttering – and this is where I can help. Why Depersonalisation Matters I remember when my husband and I were looking at purchasing a house, we walked into someone's home and it was LOUD. The colours on the walls were bright and the house was full of clutter. I couldn’t even...

In today’s fast-paced world, clutter is no longer limited to the physical items filling our homes. Life clutter is those non-tangible distractions that overwhelm our minds and drain our energy. An invisible thief, robbing us of clarity, purpose, and balance. What is Life Clutter? Life clutter is anything that crowds your schedule, mind, or heart, making it difficult to focus on what truly matters. It’s the unending to-do list, the endless phone notifications, or the feeling of being busy but not productive. Unlike physical clutter, life clutter is harder to see but just as disruptive. Here are four common forms...

At ReclaimYou, Financial Clutter is one of the 6 types of clutter that we recognise, that has the potential to make living an uncluttered life a bit tricky. When we talk about decluttering, we often picture clearing physical spaces like our homes and offices. But there’s another type of clutter that can cause just as much stress: financial clutter. Disorganised finances can leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and out of control. At ReclaimYou, we believe that decluttering your financial life is just as important as organising your physical surroundings. What is Financial Clutter? Financial clutter is the accumulation of unorganised,...

I often come across blogs and posts that suggest starting your decluttering journey with something like your junk drawer. Are you serious?! Cue the stress, anxiety, and a sense of absolute overwhelm! Fact: this is a terrible place to start. For anyone feeling overwhelmed by mess, picking a single space or room without clear guidance is unhelpful and vague. So, you’ve decided to declutter your home and life—but here’s a reality check: these are two very different things. Your home is where you reside; your life is where you grow, evolve, and pursue your greatest good. If both are cluttered,...

In our increasingly digital world, it’s easy to accumulate digital clutter. From endless emails to countless files scattered across various devices, digital clutter can be just as overwhelming as physical clutter. As a professional organiser and life coach, I've seen firsthand how digital clutter can impact productivity and mental well-being. Let's explore how to declutter your digital space and reclaim control over your digital life. Understanding Digital Clutter Digital clutter refers to the disorganisation of digital files and information. It includes: Emails: Unread and unnecessary emails. Files and Folders: Unorganised and duplicated files. Photos and Videos: Unsorted and excessive multimedia...