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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
  • 091 - Using DOOM bags to declutter
    Jul 18 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, host Heather Tingle discusses the concept of doom boxes and bags, which are temporary storage solutions for clutter. She explains how these can help reduce overwhelm, provide a low-pressure starting point for decluttering, and serve as a strategy for those with neurodivergent brains. However, she also emphasises the importance of not letting these become permanent solutions and the need for a structured plan to address the contents of the doom bags over time.


    Chapters

    00:00
    Introduction to Doom Boxes and Bags

    02:19
    Benefits of Using Doom Boxes

    06:41
    Strategies for Managing Doom Bags

    09:55
    Cautions and Long-Term Considerations


    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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    13 mins
  • 090 - Speeding up the decluttering process by getting help to exit
    Jul 11 2025

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    Summary

    In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, Heather Tingle discusses the importance of exit plans in the decluttering process. She shares listener feedback, emphasising the emotional aspects of letting go of items and the benefits of seeking help in decluttering. She talks through when its useful to get help to exit items, and when its detrimental to the declutter process.

    Heather highlights how using external assistance can alleviate decision-making burdens and create momentum in the decluttering journey, while also addressing the emotional challenges that come with letting go of belongings.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Listener Feedback
    01:18 Understanding Exit Plans for Decluttering
    03:34 The Emotional Aspect of Letting Go
    04:04 Benefits of Using Help for 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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    9 mins
  • 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
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Heather gives lots of quick fix tips. Her book helps you declutter everything, but I’m not ready for that yet. I like the podcast to just give me a few small tips that I can do while listening.

Short podcasts with quick wins

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Not so long I lose track, keeps my attention, great advice, lovely manner too and great whether you are neuro diverse or not

Brilliant podcast

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Decluttering untangled with Heather tingle is a fantastic podcast for everyone feeling overwhelmed by their clutter in their home. Heather offers excellent advice with a down to her sense of humour making the daunting task of decluttering much more approachable

Fab show

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I am new to audiobooks and struggling to listen to them due to ADHD and also being annoyed by voices etc, However, I have come across these podcasts and have been able to listen to them. Lots of good tips, the author is really relatable and likeable! I am enjoying listening to them, thank you :)

Enjoyable and easy to listen to

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I absolutely love this podcast, it’s full of heart and humour! I discovered it having listened to a decluttering book which was ok but I needed something far more to inspire me and actually help me and this podcast has done just that - I feel seen and am listening to it whilst decluttering!

Abundant useful tips

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