EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 15 MIN
126 - How to declutter the spare room of doom
from Decluttering Untangled with Heather Tingle : How to declutter when you're overwhelmed, ADHD or Autistic · host Heather Tingle
Send me a text message about this podcast SummaryThat room. You know the one. It started out as a guest bedroom, a home office, maybe a gym. Now it is a dumping ground with a closed door and a whole lot of delayed decisions behind it.In this episode, Heather Tingle tackles the spare room head on. Why it fills up, why it is always the last room to get sorted, and exactly what you need to do to finally reclaim it.In this episode you will learn:Why the spare room is always last on the list (and why that makes complete sense for your brain)Why sorting it feels so draining before you have even moved a single boxThe one thing you need to do before you touch anything in that roomThe simple rule that guides every decision you will make in thereWhy this is not a ten minute timer job and how to approach it in a way that actually worksMentioned in this episode:The PAVES System — listen to the earlier episodes for Heather's full exit strategy framework before you startThe Untangled Community on Facebook — share your before and after photos and get cheered on every step of the wayChapters00:00 The Spare Room of Doom04:06 Understanding the Emotional Weight of Clutter06:54 Defining the Purpose of Your Spare Room10:03 The Sorting Process: Making Decisions14:14 Recap and Encouragement for Action Support the showIf 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 FacebookBuy 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 instagramFeel free to email me: [email protected] Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.
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