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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!

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
  • 089 - Decluttering and Organising Tupperware
    Jul 4 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the common issue of Tupperware clutter in kitchens. She shares practical strategies for organising plastic and glass food storage containers, including how to match lids, determine how many containers are necessary, and decide which ones to keep or let go. Heather emphasises the importance of personal preference in choosing favourite containers and offers tips for repurposing unwanted items. The episode aims to help listeners create a more organised and functional kitchen space.

    Takeaways

    • Tupperware can quickly become disorganised and overwhelming.
    • Matching lids to containers is essential for organisation.
    • Consider how many containers you actually need based on usage.
    • It's okay to keep favorite containers even if they're not the best.
    • Stained containers can be cleaned or let go if not worth it.
    • Repurposing old containers can provide additional storage solutions.
    • Decluttering should be a kind and patient process.
    • Not all containers need to be discarded immediately; some can be repurposed.
    • Creating a matching system for lids can simplify storage.
    • Being mindful of the environmental impact of plastic is important.


    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction to Tupperware Chaos

    02:00
    Strategies for Organising Tupperware

    04:37
    Deciding Which Containers to Keep

    06:55
    Repurposing and Exiting Unwanted Containers


    Affiliate link to Glass Containers (Still have plastic lids though)

    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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    10 mins
  • 088 - The power of chunking as a tidying strategy
    Jun 27 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the concept of chunking as a strategy for managing overwhelming tasks. She explains how breaking down tasks into smaller, manageable chunks can alleviate feelings of overwhelm, particularly for those with executive function challenges. Heather shares personal anecdotes and practical applications of chunking in daily activities such as putting away laundry and doing dishes, emphasising the importance of visual organisation and progress tracking. The episode concludes with a reminder to be kind to oneself and to embrace the process of untangling tasks.

    Takeaways

    • Chunking is a strategy for breaking down overwhelming tasks.
    • It helps in managing executive function issues.
    • Visual organisation makes tasks feel less daunting.
    • Chunking can be applied to various daily tasks.
    • Creating smaller piles can reduce feelings of overwhelm.
    • Chunking allows for natural stopping points during tasks.
    • Rewards can be given after completing each chunk.
    • Lower pressure starting points can help in task initiation.
    • Chunking is not the same as micro-categorising in decluttering.


    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction to Chunking

    01:25
    Understanding Chunking in Daily Tasks

    03:41
    Practical Applications of Chunking

    05:01
    Benefits of Chunking for Task Management

    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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    7 mins
  • 087 - How to Declutter Without Getting Overwhelmed by Piles
    Jun 20 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the concept of 'The Power of the Pile' as a method for effective decluttering. She emphasises the importance of categorising items, creating manageable piles, and making intentional decisions about what to keep or discard. Heather also addresses common pitfalls in the decluttering process, such as decision fatigue and the tendency to create new dumping grounds.

    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction and Apology

    01:23
    Understanding the Power of the Pile

    02:46
    Creating Effective Decluttering Piles

    06:01
    Avoiding Common Decluttering Mistakes

    09:00
    Final Thoughts on Decluttering


    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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This podcast has made a big change in my life. Now I see why all these other declutter systems have not worked for me. As soon as I “zoned” which was very scary I started to feel relief. Thank you for making this podcast available Heather!

I finally feel understood!

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