How To Break Up With Your Stuff

Amy Elizabeth Prior
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Decluttering, identity, cultural rebellion and outrageously unapologetic standards. How to Break Up With Your Stuff is the podcast for women who are sick of feeling held back by clutter, chaos, outdated identities and lives that no longer fit. Every week we explore what really happens when you stop rearranging the symptoms and start changing the woman underneath them. Expect straight-talking conversations, practical tools, identity shifts, manifestation, environment design, behavioural psychology, occasional ADHD tangents and the kind of uncomfortable truths that make you sit up and think, “Oh. That might actually be me.”

  1. 5d ago

    #43 I've Never Liked Red

    Amy has never really liked the colour red. So why has she just built her entire personal brand around it? In this relaunch episode, her first since January, she shares what's really been going on behind the scenes: the burnout she never thought would happen, the lessons learned from saying yes when she should have said no, and what all of it taught her about self-trust. Plus why it has everything to do with the clutter you've been putting off. Links mentioned 👇🏼 • New website: https://amyelizabethprior.com • The Edit: https://amyelizabethprior.com/the-edit-private-decluttering-consultation/ • Life Upgrade Audit: £77 summer offer (normally £111 + 3 months BUWYS community): https://amyelizabethprior.com/the-life-upgrade-audit/ • Break Up With Your Stuff: https://amyelizabethprior.myflodesk.com/breakupwithyourstuffinfowl Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? https://amyelizabethprior.myflodesk.com/sentimentalclutter This one's comprehensive, and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Guide https://amyelizabethprior.myflodesk.com/movingitonwithoutguilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 https://amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 https://proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior If this one was for you, subscribe, there's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #43 I've Never Liked Red

  2. Jan 7

    #42 Why You Never Stick to New Year’s Goals; And What to Do Instead

    This episode of How To Break Up With Your Stuff goes far beyond “new year, new you” cringefest, because the real reason goals fall apart is not laziness or lack of discipline. Amy cuts to the psychological heart of why January feels like Groundhog Day: the change never starts with who you’re becoming. Instead of shallow resolutions and over‑pressured to‑do lists, this episode reveals how your self‑concept and your environment work together… or against you. Amy explains the real reason most goals fail, how your home reflects your identity, and why mindset shifts are the first step to lasting change. Featuring a transformational scripting tool Amy uses with clients, this episode reframes January from to‑do list to identity upgrade. In this episode you’ll learn: The real psychology behind why New Year’s goals collapse How clutter and self‑concept are deeply connected Why behavioural goals fail without identity work How clarity changes behaviour without force Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior   If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #42 Why You Never Stick to New Year’s Goals; And What to Do Instead

  3. 11/26/2025

    #41 Black Friday Guilt, Sneaky Price Hikes & Avoiding Gifting Clutter

    You don’t need more deals; you need more calm. This week’s episode of How to Break Up With Your Stuff is your no-fluff, anti-chaos guide to navigating Black Friday without ending up with a house (and head) full of clutter. Between endless flash sales and the UK Budget adding even more financial pressure, it’s no wonder everyone feels a bit feral this week. But let’s get real: emotional spending, guilt gifting, and panic baskets are costing you more than money; they’re draining your energy, your clarity, and your peace. In this episode, I’m diving into: Why Black Friday guilt is a real thing The sneaky price-hike tricks brands like Amazon use (yep, even before the “discounts”) How to tell the difference between intentional shopping and chaos shopping Gifting without guilt or clutter Why shopping small might mean skipping the discount — and why that’s ok The exact way I create a Black Friday shopping list that works The emotional clutter behind buying more “just in case” and what to do instead  This one is basically your Black Friday detox. A mindset reset before your inbox explodes.   Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #41 Black Friday Guilt, Sneaky Price Hikes & Avoiding Gifting Clutter

  4. 11/19/2025

    #40 Big house dreams? Rachel Reeves says no...

    This week, I’m unpacking why that ‘dream home’ narrative we've all been sold might actually be wrecking your nervous system. Between rising living costs, the upcoming UK budget, and Rachel Reeves throwing shade on big property perks, now’s the time to rethink the “more is better” mindset. I'm sharing my own experience of decluttering and selling my four-bed family home, moving in with my mum, and buying a small home as a single mum—and why, against all expectations, I’m genuinely buzzing about it. We’ve been taught to believe that growing up means levelling up into bigger houses, more rooms, more stuff. But bigger doesn’t always mean better. And that pressure? It’s costing you time, peace, and let’s be honest—probably a whole Saturday morning in the garden you didn’t want. Plus, I’m spilling the real tea on how you could save thousands by investing in proper storage and systems, rather than an extension or a move. Your square footage isn’t the problem—your clutter is. What you’ll hear in this episode: Why “dream home” culture is messing with your head How Rachel Reeves’ upcoming Budget might affect your housing choices What my move from big house to small home is teaching me Why proper storage beats a pricey extension The real cost of keeping stuff you don’t use What to do instead of just moving to “fix” your life My favourite mindset shift for this season of life Mentioned in this episode: Let’s Buy A Home Podcast Guest Speaking Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/uk/podcast/declutter-your-home-declutter-your-mind-toxic-beliefs/id1812996218?i=1000737046036  Guest Speaking at The Home Life and You Show at London Excel: Speaker profile: https://www.homelifeandyou.com/speakers-and-contributors/amy-prior Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior   If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #40 Big house dreams? Rachel Reeves says no...

  5. 08/20/2025

    #39 How to Declutter, Downsize & Plan Your Move Like a Pro Organiser | Jo Jacob, Benella Home Organisation

    If the thought of moving house makes you want to lie in bed with the covers over your head, you’re not alone. Downsizing, decluttering and packing up years of life is not just a logistical nightmare. It’s emotional. It’s overwhelming. … and it can be absolute carnage if you don’t have a plan.That’s why I sat down with the fabulous Jo Jacob, Professional Organiser and founder of Benella Home Organisation. Jo’s moved countless families (and herself) through every kind of transition you can imagine: downsizing, retirement, bereavement, you name it. She’s got ten years of professional experience plus her own very real stories of navigating a massive downsize, dealing with sentimental clutter, and even finding… wait for it… an elephant tusk and a skeleton in a client’s attic.We’re also diving into:✨ How to deal with sentimental items without drowning in guilt or storage boxes✨ The one thing you must do before getting removal quotes ✨ How to plan your kitchen before you’ve even got the keys✨ A genius trick for keeping your children’s height markings when you move ✨ The emotional side of leaving a family home and how to actually make peace with it Connect with Jo:Website: https://www.benella.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benella_home_organisation/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benellahomeorganisationFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenellaHomeOrganisation Check out Jo’s Home Moving Bundle for practical checklists, removal surveys, and a full moving plan: https://www.benella.co.uk/product-page/moving-home-planner-bundle   Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #39 How to Declutter, Downsize & Plan Your Move Like a Pro Organiser | Jo Jacob, Benella Home Organisation

  6. 08/13/2025

    #38 Why decluttering shouldn't be about making your home look “Instagram Perfect” | Creating Space Winchester

    Have you ever looked at those “after” photos on Instagram and thought…“Well, my house will NEVER look like that” You’re exactly who should listen to this episode.  This week on The Space Creator Show, I’m joined by Juliette Parsons from @creatingspacewinchester to talk about the biggest myth in decluttering: the goal of making your home looking Instagram-perfect. Spoiler: it shouldn't be.In fact, aesthetics are often the least important part. Decluttering is about creating a home that works for you, NOT for strangers on the internet.  Juliette and I talk about ditching the guilt, letting go of “perfect” and finding systems that make life easier, even if they’re not photo-worthy. You will also learn: ✨ What the real goal should be: less stress, more headspace ✨ How to create a home that works for your family ✨ When to call in a professional (and why it’s SO worth it) ✨ Why it’s normal to create more mess before you can enjoy your clutter free home ✨ What you can do to start now, even if it won’t look ‘finished’ straight away Connect with Juliette: Instagram: Creating Space WinchesterWebsite: www.creatingspacewinchester.co.uk Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #38 Why decluttering shouldn't be about making your home look “Instagram Perfect” | Creating Space Winchester

  7. 08/06/2025

    #37 How Karla became South-East London’s #1 Home Organiser & transformed her life through decluttering | Klear My Space

    What if your clutter wasn’t just “stuff” but a mirror for everything you’re scared to face? In this deeply honest and moving episode, I’m joined by one of my incredible coaching clients and Pro Organiser Academy star, Karla from @klearmyspace. Karla is not only a vibrant and magnetic professional organiser in South-East London, but she’s also a mum, BBC TV expert, and now fully booked business owner, despite the odds. From running workshops for £30 a day to now charging her worth and helping women transform their homes and self-worth, Karla shares how identity work, EFT tapping, and mindset shifts changed her life, and how they can do the same for you. We also get real about money blocks, motherhood, business boundaries, and the emotional legacy of clutter. Karla opens up about her mum’s mental health and how that shaped her relationship with stuff, identity, and success. This one’s packed with wisdom, heart, and some serious truth bombs. What you’ll learn: ✨ How EFT tapping helped Karla and her daughter build confidence and calm ✨ Why women (especially Black women) often struggle to feel worthy of success ✨ How Karla started her dream decluttering Business, Klear My Space  ✨ Karla’s mindset shift that took her from undercharging to fully booked ✨ The emotional side of clutter and how it links to childhood, self-concept, and worth ✨ Why “spare room” is banned vocabulary and why junk drawers are a vibe ✨ What it's really like growing up with a parent who won’t let anything goResources & Links: Follow Karla on Instagram: @klearmyspace Watch Karla on Clean It, Fix It on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m0011fgl/clean-it-fix-it Want to work with Karla, see her service on the website: https://klearmyspace.com/ Join the Pro Organiser Business Blueprint Waitlist: Here Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #37 How Karla became South-East London’s #1 Home Organiser & transformed her life through decluttering | Klear My Space

  8. 07/30/2025

    #36 Letting go of mum guilt, mental load and a home that’s not working with Annie | Declutter with Delight

    If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “How did it get this bad?” you’re not alone. The toys, the dishes, the laundry, the mental to-do list that never stops. This episode is for the mums who are just plain overwhelmed and need permission to stop trying to do it all. I sat down with Annie from Declutter with Delight to talk about what really happens when you let go of the guilt, the pressure, and the piles, and start creating a home that supports your real life, not your Pinterest board. We’re digging into: Why motherhood during COVID sent Annie into stuff overload, and how it led her to decluttering for mental survival How being a former teacher helps her create routines and systems that actually stick The myth that “you should just be able to manage” and why it keeps so many women stuck What changed when she stopped obsessing over how things looked and focused on how things worked Why involving kids early makes decluttering easier, not harder Annie’s go-to method for overwhelmed clients: start with bins, skip the sentimental The magic of a 10-minute tidy when everything has a place, and how to get there The real cost of clutter: overwhelm, overstimulation, and constant decision fatigue A powerful client story that started with one overwhelmed mum and ended with a complete mindset shift Her advice to anyone who feels ashamed to ask for help, and why it’s actually a strength This one’s for the mums carrying it all, physically, mentally, emotionally, and wondering if they’re just not cut out for this. You are. You’re just doing it all alone.   Connect with Annie Annie is based in Oxfordshire and supports families across the county and surrounding areas including Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire. She offers gentle, shame-free support both in person and virtually. Website: declutterwithdelight.com Instagram: @declutterwithdelight Annie offers: Full-day and half-day in-home decluttering sessions Virtual organising and accountability packages Decluttering support tailored to mums and busy family life Free resources: Struggling to let go of sentimental items? This free guide will help: 👉🏼 The Sentimental Clutter Guide Not sure what to actually do with everything once you've decluttered it? This one's comprehensive and completely free: 👉🏼 Moving It On Without Guilt Work with Amy: 👉🏼 amyelizabethprior.com/coaching Pro Organiser Academy (building a decluttering business? This is for you): 👉🏼 proorganiseracademy.com Find Amy online: Instagram: @amyelizabethprior | @breakupwithyourstuff | @proorganiseracademy TikTok: @theamyelizabethprior YouTube: youtube.com/@amyelizabethprior If this one was for you, subscribe! There's a lot more where that came from. And if you loved it, a 5★ rating and review means the world and helps more women find the show. 🙌🏼

    #36 Letting go of mum guilt, mental load and a home that’s not working with Annie | Declutter with Delight
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Decluttering, identity, cultural rebellion and outrageously unapologetic standards. How to Break Up With Your Stuff is the podcast for women who are sick of feeling held back by clutter, chaos, outdated identities and lives that no longer fit. Every week we explore what really happens when you stop rearranging the symptoms and start changing the woman underneath them. Expect straight-talking conversations, practical tools, identity shifts, manifestation, environment design, behavioural psychology, occasional ADHD tangents and the kind of uncomfortable truths that make you sit up and think, “Oh. That might actually be me.”

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