Declutter Your Chaos - Mindful Minimalism

Hi Friends!
Most resistance to decluttering comes down to three things.  And the more we can notice when they arise the more they lose their power.  It's all about awareness.  Listen to this episode to find out what they are. 
➡️  For The 8-Hour Decluttering Plan, click HERE.
➡️ If you would like more information about my guided decluttering program email me at [email protected] or click HERE.
➡️  Download my free decluttering planner here: https://declutteryourchaos.com/decluttering-planner
Let's connect:
📸 Instagram: @amber.cammidge
🛑 Disclaimer:
I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates.
Sponsored Content Disclosure: Some episodes include references to products I genuinely use and love. When I partner with a brand, I may receive compensation for sharing it here. I only talk about products I've personally chosen to bring into my own home and life, and I never recommend anything I wouldn't use myself.

➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
Hey Guys,
You've already done the hardest part.
You made the decisions.
You created the piles.
You moved through the garage without avoiding it.
Now this episode is where everything leaves—and where you make sure it doesn't all come back.
WHAT THIS EPISODE IS
The completion phase of your garage decluttering.
You'll:
Organize and execute all remaining tasks

Remove everything from your garage efficiently

Reset the space so it actually feels different

Create boundaries so it stays that way

THE GOAL
Not just to declutter…
But to finish.
PROCESS STEP 1: ORGANIZE YOUR TASKS
Take everything from:
Your task list

Your post-its

And sort them into three columns:
Errands (drop-offs, returns, donation runs)

Computer / Phone (research, calls, scheduling)

At Home (install, hang, fix, put away properly)

This simplifies everything so you don't get stuck or overwhelmed.
PROCESS STEP 2: SCHEDULE IT
Put your tasks into your calendar.
When are you running errands?

When are you making calls?

When are you doing things at home?

If it's not scheduled, it lingers.
PROCESS STEP 3:  GET IT OUT
You already decided what everything is.
Now you move it.
1. Bag Up
Put items into bags, bins, or boxes

Keep post-its attached with destinations

Place items in your car or near the exit

2. Clean Up
Sweep, wipe down, clear surfaces

Remove trash

Reset the space

This is where it shifts from "project" to "usable space."
3. Show Up
Take a photo or video of your finished garage

Acknowledge the result

Capture the transformation

XO,
Amber
➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
DECLUTTER YOUR CHAOS RESOURCES:
➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
➡️ If you would like more information about my guided decluttering program email me at [email protected] or click HERE.
➡️  If you are interested in my self-guided decluttering course, click HERE.
➡️  Download my free decluttering planner here: https://declutteryourchaos.com/decluttering-planner
Let's connect:
📸 Instagram: @amber.cammidge
🛑 Disclaimer:
I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates.
Sponsored Content Disclosure: Some episodes include references to products I genuinely use and love. When I partner with a brand, I may receive compensation for sharing it here. I only talk about products I've personally chosen to bring into my own home and life, and I never recommend anything I wouldn't use myself.

➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
Hey Friends!
This episode is a guided, repeatable decluttering session you can use for each zone of your garage.
You'll:
Work in one defined area at a time

Set a timer (2–3 hours)

Follow a simple system to sort everything quickly

Then come back and repeat the same process for the next zone.
If you hesitate—it goes.
For every item:
Pick it up

Decide immediately:
Trash

Donate

Belongs elsewhere

Task List


Write the destination on a post-it

Place the item in its pile

Move on

You're not just sorting.
You're pre-deciding where everything goes:
"Goodwill" vs. just "donate"

"Mom" vs. "give away"

"Kitchen" vs. "put away"

This makes the next phase (removal) fast and frictionless.
I hope this guided decluttering episode helps you!
XO,
Amber
➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
DECLUTTER YOUR CHAOS RESOURCES:
➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
➡️ If you would like more information about my guided decluttering program email me at [email protected] or click HERE.
➡️  If you are interested in my self-guided decluttering course, click HERE.
➡️  Download my free decluttering planner here: https://declutteryourchaos.com/decluttering-planner
Let's connect:
📸 Instagram: @amber.cammidge
🛑 Disclaimer:
I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates.
Sponsored Content Disclosure: Some episodes include references to products I genuinely use and love. When I partner with a brand, I may receive compensation for sharing it here. I only talk about products I've personally chosen to bring into my own home and life, and I never recommend anything I wouldn't use myself.

➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
Hey Friends,
Your garage isn't just a storage space.
It's where delayed decisions go.
In this first part of the garage series—you're setting yourself up so you actually follow through.
Because most people don't fail at decluttering…
They fail at starting with structure.
This episode walks you through exactly how to prepare your time, your space, and your mindset so when you step into your garage, you don't get overwhelmed, distracted, or stuck.
YOUR ACTION STEPS
Before moving on to Part 2 (Purge), complete the following:
Choose 4 specific days to work on your garage

Block off 2–3 hours per day based on your energy

Consider logistics - when will you not be disturbed or derailed
Divide your garage into 4 zones (ex: left wall, right wall, back wall, center)

Gather your supplies:
Task list (paper + pen)

Post-its

Sharpie

Timer


Prepare your energy
Set your expectations
Hold yourself accountable
DECLUTTER YOUR CHAOS RESOURCES:
➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
➡️ If you would like more information about my guided decluttering program email me at [email protected] or click HERE.
➡️  If you are interested in my self-guided decluttering course, click HERE.
➡️  Download my free decluttering planner here: https://declutteryourchaos.com/decluttering-planner
Let's connect:
📸 Instagram: @declutteryourchaos
🛑 Disclaimer:
I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates.
Sponsored Content Disclosure: Some episodes include references to products I genuinely use and love. When I partner with a brand, I may receive compensation for sharing it here. I only talk about products I've personally chosen to bring into my own home and life, and I never recommend anything I wouldn't use myself.

➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
In this episode, I'm sharing a real weekend—and why it's so hard to start decluttering, even when you want to.
It's not that you don't care.
It's that when it's time to begin… you don't.
We talk about why waiting to feel better later keeps you stuck, and how to take action without relying on motivation.
I also share a simple trick that helped me finally go through something I'd been avoiding for months.
Plus, three ways to help yourself start:
Structured constraints

Moving meditation

Audio

This was supposed to drop on Tuesday - another imperfect outcome of my wild weekend. 
DECLUTTER YOUR CHAOS RESOURCES:
➡️  To join my free 2-day workshop click HERE.
➡️ If you would like more information about my guided decluttering program email me at [email protected] or click HERE.
➡️  If you are interested in my self-guided decluttering course, click HERE.
➡️  Download my free decluttering planner here: https://declutteryourchaos.com/decluttering-planner
Let's connect:
📸 Instagram: @declutteryourchaos
🛑 Disclaimer:
I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates.
Sponsored Content Disclosure: Some episodes include references to products I genuinely use and love. When I partner with a brand, I may receive compensation for sharing it here. I only talk about products I've personally chosen to bring into my own home and life, and I never recommend anything I wouldn't use myself.