EPISODE · Oct 24, 2025 · 4 MIN
#82 Decluttering After the Kids Leave: What No One Talks About
from Post Trauma Secrets & Decluttering · host Valerie Huard and JM Tetreault
In this episode, Valerie and JM share Barbara’s powerful empty-nest decluttering story and the trauma-informed steps they used to help her move forward. From creating memory boxes to reframing guilt as growth, this episode is a compassionate guide for parents transitioning into a new chapter. Learn how to release what no longer serves you and make room for peace, purpose, and possibility.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:How to declutter after kids move out – Navigate the emotional side of empty-nest transitions.Why guilt makes letting go harder – Learn how to release items without shame or pressure.Use the Keep, Donate, Memory Box system – Create structure that honors the past while clearing space.How decluttering creates new purpose – Reclaim rooms and routines for your next chapter.LINKS AND RESOURCES WITH THIS EPISODE:"Put That Stuff Down" and its sequel (book) - A recommended read exploring the complex relationship between trauma, PTSD, and clutter. It offers personal stories, psychological insights, and practical advice. Click here to learn more: https://up.dowellht.com/bestseller-clutter-and-traumaJoin the thousands of people using the post-trauma secrets and decluttering by starting here: https://dowellht.com/freeyourselfThanks so much for joining us today. Want to subscribe to Post-Trauma Secrets and Decluttering? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review! iTunes not your thing? Find us on Spotify or StitcherSupport the show
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In this episode, Valerie and JM share Barbara’s powerful empty-nest decluttering story and the trauma-informed steps they used to help her move forward. From creating memory boxes to reframing guilt as growth, this episode is a compassionate guide for parents transitioning into a new chapter. Learn how to release what no longer serves you and make room for peace, purpose, and possibility. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: How to declutter after kids move out – Navigate the emotional side of em...
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