Declutter Your Chaos - Mindful Minimalism

Amber Cammidge
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Welcome to Declutter Your Chaos, the podcast for women who are ready to take control of their homes and their lives. Each episode blends practical, bite-sized decluttering strategies with a mindful, no-nonsense approach to the deeper emotional patterns that keep you stuck. We'll uncover the "why" behind the clutter, reset your habits, and help you create a home that actually supports the life you want to live. Create systems that stick—because they're built around you, not what Instagram says your home should look like. Whether your clutter is physical, mental, or emotional, you're not alone—and you're not broken. You're just ready for a change. Let's do this together. Welcome to Declutter Your Chaos. xo, Amber

  1. 14h ago

    395 | Clear Trauma Clear Clutter - Could Unresolved Trauma Be Keeping You Stuck? With Dr. Judith Swack

    Have you ever looked around your home, felt completely overwhelmed by everything that needs to be done, and found yourself unable to take action? What if your response has more to do with unresolved trauma than with motivation? In this episode of Declutter Your Chaos, I'm joined by Dr. Judith Swack, biochemist, immunologist, and creator of Healing from the Body Level Up (HBLU), a method designed to address trauma and deeply ingrained behavioral patterns. We explore how past experiences can influence our nervous system, why we repeat habits we consciously want to change, and how our body's stress responses can contribute to overwhelm, procrastination, and avoidance. In this episode, we discuss: Why high-functioning people can still feel stuck and overwhelmed How past experiences can shape our habits and behaviors The connection between trauma, the nervous system, and clutter Why letting go of possessions can trigger anxiety How breathing and body awareness can support emotional regulation Dr. Swack's approach to addressing trauma-related patterns If you've ever wondered why you keep repeating the same behaviors despite wanting something different, this conversation offers a new perspective on the connection between your body, your habits, and your home. Learn more about Dr. Judith Swack: Website: https://hblu.org Book: Clear Trauma Now: The Powerful Solution for Getting Unstuck:  LINK for the book If you found this episode helpful, please share it with someone who is feeling overwhelmed by clutter, stuck in old habits, or interested in learning how to work with their nervous system to create lasting change. Declutter Your Chaos — One breath, one step, one choice.

  2. Oct 27

    394 | ONE RULE to Fix Procrastination and Motivation

    Have you ever started decluttering, only to feel completely exhausted five minutes later? Where do I start? Should I keep this? What if I need it someday? Where does this go? Before you know it, you've made a hundred decisions and barely made a dent in the clutter. Here's what you might not realize: You're not necessarily exhausted from decluttering. You're exhausted from deciding. In today's episode of Declutter Your Chaos, we're exploring the neuroscience behind decision overload and how one simple rule can make decluttering feel so much easier. Drawing on insights from neuroscientist Daniel Levitin's book The Organized Mind, I'll explain why too many decisions can leave you feeling overwhelmed, how to work with your brain instead of against it, and the one small shift that can help you finally get started. You'll learn how to: Reduce the mental exhaustion that comes with decluttering. Stop getting distracted by everything else that needs your attention. Establish one simple rule that makes starting easier. Make meaningful progress without tackling your entire home. Bring mindfulness and self-compassion into the decluttering process. You don't need more motivation. You need fewer decisions. And sometimes, one simple rule is all it takes to get started. Mentioned in this episode: The Organized Mind by Daniel J. Levitin #DeclutterYourChaos #Decluttering #DeclutteringTips #MindfulDecluttering #Neuroscience

  3. Oct 20

    393 | Neuroscience of Decluttering - Two Strategies to use today

    Hey Guys, Have you ever held on to something you don't need, want, or even particularly like, simply because it's yours? Neuroscience may help explain why. In this episode of Declutter Your Chaos, we're exploring the endowment effect,,,our brain's tendency to assign greater value to things simply because we own them. Inspired by Dr. Emily Falk's New York Times article, The Neuroscience of Decluttering, and her book What We Value: The Neuroscience of Choice and Change, we'll look at fascinating research into how ownership influences our sense of self and why that matters when we're decluttering. You'll learn two simple, neuroscience-informed strategies to help you make more intentional decisions about your possessions: Think like a buyer, not an owner. Instead of asking, "Should I get rid of this?" ask, "Would I buy this today?" Borrow someone else's perspective. Imagine the object belongs to a friend. Would you encourage them to keep it?Understanding how our brains work can help us let go of things we no longer need—without all the second-guessing. The goal isn't just to get rid of stuff. It's to change our relationship with it. Mentioned in this episode Dr. Emily Falk — The Neuroscience of Decluttering, The New York Times, October 11, 2026 What We Value: The Neuroscience of Choice and Change by Dr. Emily Falk Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the creator of The Mindful Home Technique,  a science-backed approach to decluttering and and has helped hundreds of women declutter their homes.  She is host of Declutter Your Chaos, a top ranking podcast approaching 2 million downloads, and hundreds of raving reviews, where a she helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and immersion in the teachings of Joe Dispenza, Jon Kabat Zinn, and Tich Nhat Hanh - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.

  4. Oct 13

    392 | If You've Been Dealing With Clutter For a Long Time

    Hey Guys, What if the biggest thing standing between you and the home you want is the story you've been telling yourself? In this episode of Declutter Your Chaos, we're talking about how our thoughts shape our behavior, why confidence comes from taking action, and how mindfulness helps us move forward even when we don't feel motivated. You'll learn how to stop treating your thoughts as facts, take ownership of your choices, and build self-trust through small, consistent actions. Your challenge: Choose one thing you've been avoiding. Spend 15 minutes working on it. Notice your thoughts, take a breath, and keep going. You're more capable than you realize. Hope this helps, Amber   Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the creator of The Mindful Home Technique,  a science-backed approach to decluttering and and has helped hundreds of women declutter their homes.  She is host of Declutter Your Chaos, a top ranking podcast approaching 2 million downloads, and hundreds of raving reviews, where a she helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and immersion in the teachings of Joe Dispenza, Jon Kabat Zinn, and Tich Nhat Hanh - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.

  5. Oct 7

    391 | How to Make Money From Your Clutter - with Cristell Jewell

    Hey Guys, In this episode, I'm joined by Cristell Jewell, founder of Rejeweled Gives.  Crystal is knowledgeable,passionate and talented in the world of thrifting.  Here, we talk about thrifting, finding value in what already exists, and giving usable items another life through gifting, donating, and reselling. We also explore how letting go can create space for more intentional living, and how sustainability and generosity can go hand in hand.  Her mission is simple: give things a second chance and use that opportunity to create good in the world. Connect with Cristell at RejeweledGives.com, shop her treasures on Poshmark, and follow her on Instagram @rejeweledgives.   Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the creator of The Mindful Home Technique,  a science-backed approach to creating a home with less overwhelm.  She is host of Declutter Your Chaos, a top ranking podcast approaching 2 million downloads, and hundreds of raving reviews, where a she helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and immersion in the teachings of Joe Dispenza, Jon Kabat Zinn, and Tich Nhat Hanh - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.

  6. Oct 1

    390 | Guided Mindful Decluttering Session

    Hey Friends, The bathroom is one of those places where clutter can pile up—old lotions, half-empty bottles, forgotten samples, gifts we never used, and products we keep simply because they're small enough to tuck away. In this guided episode, we will mindfully declutter the bathroom while practicing something deeper: noticing what's happening inside of us as we make decisions. When you feel rushed, distracted, judgmental, or overwhelmed, come back to the breath. Let the breath bring you back to yourself, then return to what's in front of you. Because the object isn't really the practice. You are. One breath. One object. One decision. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the creator of The Mindful Home Technique,  a science-backed approach to creating a home with less overwhelm.  She is host of Declutter Your Chaos, a top ranking podcast with almost 2 million downloads, and hundreds of raving reviews, where a she helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and immersion in the teachings of Joe Dispenza, Jon Kabat Zinn, and Tich Nhat Hanh - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.

  7. Sep 23

    389 | Why Do I Online Shop So Much?

    Hey guys, Online shopping can feel like self-care—but sometimes what we really need is rest, pleasure, autonomy, or a little time that belongs entirely to us. In this episode, I talk about why we buy things that represent the person we want to become, why doing "nothing" can feel harder to justify than scrolling, and how to separate shopping from self-care without guilt or deprivation. I'll also share a simple three-step experiment to help you figure out whether you really want the thing—or just the feeling you think it will give you. And if you still want the pants? Buy the pants. Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the creator of The Mindful Home Technique,  a science-backed approach to creating a home with less overwhelm.  She is host of Declutter Your Chaos, a top ranking podcast with almost 2 million downloads, and hundreds of raving reviews, where a she helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and immersion in the teachings of Joe Dispenza, Jon Kabat Zinn, and Tich Nhat Hanh - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.

  8. Sep 15

    388 | You Had Me at No: Boundaries, Burnout, and People-Pleasing

    Hey Friends, If you struggle to say no, take on too much, or feel responsible for everyone else, this episode is for you. Today I'm talking with Sheryl Green, a boundaries expert, speaker, and author of You Had Me at "No." We talk about what healthy boundaries actually look like, why people-pleasing can lead to burnout, and how to start protecting your time and energy without feeling guilty. Sheryl has a Master's Degree in Forensic Psychology and is the author of six books, including You Had Me at "No": How Setting Healthy Boundaries Helps Banish Burnout, Repair Relationships, and Save Your Sanity. You can find Sheryl's book HERE. https://sherylgreenspeaks.com/ Find me at @amber.cammidge on Instagram. About Amber Amber Cammidge is the creator of The Mindful Home Technique,  a science-backed approach to creating a home with less overwhelm.  She is host of Declutter Your Chaos, a top ranking podcast with almost 2 million downloads, and hundreds of raving reviews, where a she helps women stop fighting their clutter by understanding the psychology behind it. Blending behavioral science, neuroscience, practical decluttering strategies, and mindfulness - informed by her training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and immersion in the teachings of Joe Dispenza, Jon Kabat Zinn, and Tich Nhat Hanh - Amber teaches that your home isn't just where you live - it's where you practice becoming the person you want to be. Her work is about creating space for clarity, confidence, and a life that allows you to become the best version of you.

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Welcome to Declutter Your Chaos, the podcast for women who are ready to take control of their homes and their lives. Each episode blends practical, bite-sized decluttering strategies with a mindful, no-nonsense approach to the deeper emotional patterns that keep you stuck. We'll uncover the "why" behind the clutter, reset your habits, and help you create a home that actually supports the life you want to live. Create systems that stick—because they're built around you, not what Instagram says your home should look like. Whether your clutter is physical, mental, or emotional, you're not alone—and you're not broken. You're just ready for a change. Let's do this together. Welcome to Declutter Your Chaos. xo, Amber

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