What happens when someone tells you that your product, your work, something you've created, isn't so great? What does it mean, and how do you cope with that? Bec and Tara got a bad review late last year and have now recovered sufficiently to have a chat about it (don't worry, we're fine, everything is fine...how are you?). We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links b...
Apr 21, 2020•37 min•Ep. 80
You've probably heard lots of stories about successful people and how they attribute a lot of their success to their morning routines. If you're anything like Bec and Tara, who are best described as Morning Zombies, then you'll possibly see a similar start to your morning as a little beyond your reach. Well, we want to bring it within reach! This week Tara chats to Amy Banocy , bestselling author, speaker and success coach who helps us learn about ways we can start our day right. Don't worry, Am...
Apr 14, 2020•48 min•Ep. 79
Bec is a Bullet Journal aficionado and if you've listened to a lot of our episodes or followed her on social media you'd have heard her mention it. It's quite a mystery to Tara, so this week she grills Bec about what bullet journalling is all about in an effort to understand it better. References: https://bulletjournal.com/ http://www.rydercarroll.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4kueYhGEc8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm15cmYU0IM We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about t...
Apr 07, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Well, this is all very surreal and horrible and strange. This is the first episode we've recording during the height of the corona virus pandemic. We hope you're all doing okay, and that it's also okay to not be okay. Today we chat about strategies for coping during isolation and lockdown, and some advice on decluttering during it IF you want to (no pressure!). References: https://francescocirillo.com/pages/pomodoro-technique We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. Y...
Mar 31, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 5
You've probably already figured out that your kids and your grandkids probably don't want your stuff when you're gone. Have you thought about why? Is it because they're all minimalists? Or other reasons? Bec and Tara have, and chat about it in this week's episode. References: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/millennials/ We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links b...
Mar 24, 2020•28 min•Season 1Ep. 6
If you've ever spent time trying to declutter only to realise that you're in more of a mess than when you started? This episode should help! This week Bec and Tara get stuck into what causes you to get in a big mess when you try to declutter, and gives some advice on how to avoid it in the future. We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links below will help you get in ...
Mar 17, 2020•31 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This week we are chatting about a book that has been mentioned before by Bec in other episodes (and at other times!) so Tara decided she had to read it! The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg is the subject of this little review. Bec and Tara discuss the things they like about the book (spoiler alert, it's most of it!) and let you know what it's all about and help you decide whether you'd like to read it. References: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sK3wJAxGfs We'd love you to get in touch to disc...
Mar 10, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week it's all about jewellery - how to declutter it and how to organise it! From costume jewellery to the nice stuff (not that costume stuff isn't nice!), it's all covered. References: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2669051/Is-jewellery-box-hidden-treasure-trove-Women-40-typically-jewellery-collection-worth-staggering-6-000.html https://www.bonmaxie.com.au/ We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au,...
Mar 03, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week we're back onto personality types - this time we discuss the "Type A/Type B" personality typing. Bec and Tara discuss its origins, how it's applied today, some critiques of it and how it might affect your clutter levels and decluttering style (or not!). References: https://openpsychometrics.org/tests/AB.php We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links below w...
Feb 25, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Sometimes it's not the stuff in our homes that's the only thing holding us back. Sometimes it's the stories we tell ourselves, the baggage we carry and the expectations we have. These things can be clutter, too, so Bec and Tara are going to have a chat about it and give you some tips on decluttering from an emotional perspective. References: https://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-neuroplasticity-definition-depression-quiz.html http://www.cultivateconfidence.com/blame-and-the-empty-boat-practic...
Feb 18, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 11
One of the Top Clutter Causes (it deserves caps) is Unfinished Projects. The stuff that you have laying around and stuffed in storage because it's waiting for something else to be done on it before it can be used or discarded. It's a major cause of clutter and a big stumbling block for many people trying to simplify their lives, so this week Bec and Tara dive in and discuss the different types of "unfinished stuff" clutter there is and how you might go about tackling it. We'd love you to get in ...
Feb 11, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Sometimes a huge barrier to decluttering is the fear of contributing to our massive problem of landfill. In this episode, Bec and Tara talk about ways you can reduce this fear and guilt and have a smaller impact on the landfill volumes than you think! References: https://www.co-opinsurance.co.uk/hub/the-charity-shop-checklist-what-can-and-cant-you-donate/ We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@o...
Feb 04, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Phone a cluttered mess? We'll help yo work through it. From apps to messages to contacts - we fess up on our phone sins and give you ideas on how you can get your phone a little more uncluttered so it works for you, and not the other way around! References: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/aug/21/cellphone-screen-time-average-habits HuffPost article We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoa...
Jan 28, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This week Tara chats with Elizabeth Benton - author, podcaster and coach who transformed her life and now dedicates herself to helping others do the same. This interview really has some amazing gems to help you with your mindset if you're ready to make change, or are trying to and wondering why it's not working! There were quite a few "aha" moments for Tara during the interview, and also for Bec during the editing! References: https://www.amazon.com.au/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed-ebo...
Jan 21, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This week we dive into the topic of minimalism. What is it? What is it not? What are the benefits and is it for anyone? References: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-12-16/whats-behind-the-rise-in-minimalist-living/9258084 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9GorqroigqM&vl=en https://nosidebar.com/why-minimalism/ We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links below will h...
Jan 14, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 16
We're forging on with this episode despite Tara still sounding like she's in the toilet (she's not, not all of the time anyway) and we are finishing our talk on goal setting. We've covered the why, and some hows, and this week we talk about overcoming obstacles, being accountable and maybe even NOT setting goals at all! We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links belo...
Jan 07, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Firstly, we're sorry about the quality of audio in this episode. We would normally re-record if we had a technical issue but given the holiday season, there just wasn't the opportunity to do so. We thought it better that you have something rather than nothing to kick-start your New Year, even if the sound is a bit annoying. We'll work hard to ensure it doesn't happen again. Now - HAPPY NEW YEAR! We ring in 2020 with an episode on goal setting. We talk about ways to set goals and chat about the i...
Dec 31, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 18
'Tis the season to be jolly, fala la la la, la la la laaaa....! With a week to go, Tara shares her top tips for making the week before and the week after a little less stressful and a little more fun. Basically this whole episode is an excuse for Tara to talk more about Christmas (we'll let her have her fun!). References: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/dec/12/downsize-christmas-clutter-boomers-millennials We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can...
Dec 17, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Shopping is a part of most cultures, but can it be a problem? When does "shopaholic" become a mental health issue? This week we discuss Compulsive Shopping Disorder - when shopping becomes a seriously life-affecting exercise. References: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/compulsive-buying-disorder https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-compulsive-shopping-disorder-2510592 https://www.psychguides.com/behavioral-disorders/shopping-addiction/ We'd love you to get in touch to...
Dec 10, 2019•23 min•Season 1Ep. 20
What do you do when you have a house full of clutter and only a day or two to prepare for guests or a house inspection? You throw it all in bags and shove it in your ensuite? Well yes, you can if you like, but you probably will have a lot more stress afterwards to deal with. This week we talk about how to panic clear (panic declutter, crisis clean etc) so that you get your house to an "acceptable" point (depending on the type of event you're panicking about!) in a short amount of time without th...
Dec 03, 2019•31 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Sometimes our cars can get really cluttered, whether by stuff we just leave in it, or stuff we deliberately carry around with us. But how would you like your car to be like? If you'd like it a bit less "full", Bec and Tara chat this week about how you can keep yours uncluttered, even if you have young kids (except you'll still have sultanas rolling around the floor, that's a given...). We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clears...
Nov 26, 2019•36 min•Season 1Ep. 22
So.....Tara is bursting out of her curly elf shoes with excitement because Christmas is coming! (She's already singing...make it stop!) But if it's coming, we'd best be ready for it rather than just complain, hey? This episode is all about ways you can reduce your stress and workload close to Christmas by planning ahead of time. Grab your notebook - you'll want to start your planning straight away! Other Christmas episodes: https://beuncluttered.podbean.com/e/christmas-clean-up/ https://beunclut...
Nov 19, 2019•37 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Got thousands of emails in your inbox and it kinda freaks you out? Or do you get too many emails and feel overwhelmed? Spend too much time filing and not enough time doing? Here's an episode to calm your busy email brain. From how to set up your inbox to how to send more efficient emails, Bec & Tara cover all sorts of email-related stuff this week. Tune in, mouse at the ready! References: https://hbr.org/2019/01/how-to-spend-way-less-time-on-email-every-day https://gettingthingsdone.com/ htt...
Nov 12, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 24
This week we chat about this book by author Margareta Magnusson . We found it worth reading - so listen in to find out why. Also heed Tara's warning so you can avoid her hilariously awkward "reading" moment! We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links below will help you get in touch too. Our Facebook: www.facebook.com/beuncluttered Our Insta: www.instagram.com/beuncl...
Nov 05, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Okay, we talked about personality TRAITS already, and now we are going to chat about personality types. The Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator is probably the most popular personality profiler used these days, and we're going to talk about what it is, and how it's used. We also go to go into the types a little and discuss how they might relate to how cluttered those people are in their lives. References: https://www.cpp.edu/~career/mbti/dichotomies.html https://personalitygrowth.com/heres-h...
Oct 29, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Bathrooms - we use them every day and we spend a surprisingly large amount of time in them! It would make life a lot easier (and healthier) if you could easily clean your bathroom and have everything you need at your fingertips. This week we have a few tips to help you get there! References: https://onepointpartitions.com/women-vs-men-bathroom-habits-2/ https://www.insider.com/when-throw-away-makeup-2017-6 https://www.perfume.com/article-expiration_date_does_perfume_have_a_shelf_life We'd love y...
Oct 22, 2019•39 min•Season 1Ep. 27
There are aspects to our personalities that really do have an impact on our clutteredness (inventing words...again). How does forgetfulness affect clutter? What about optimism? Perfectionism? You'll definitely identify with a few traits we discuss in this episode. Be ready to feel validated! References: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7yYFHyvweE We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.co...
Oct 15, 2019•45 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Beck Rayner is a military wife who has undergone a transformation through physical and emotional decluttering. This week she shares her story with Tara, talking about how her views about what was holding her back in life changed over the course of her journey. Find out more: https://militarylife.com.au/ We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au, basklifecoaching@outlook.com, or any of the links below will help you g...
Oct 08, 2019•40 min•Season 1Ep. 29
You've probably heard about mindfulness. But what is it and why is everyone talking about it? Also, what does it have to do with emotional and psychological clutter? Bec and Tara chat about mindfulness - what it is, what the benefits are, and how you might include it in your life. References: https://www.podcastoneaustralia.com.au/podcasts/crappy-to-happy/mindfulness-101 https://mindfulentrepreneurship.com/neuroscience-of-mindfulness-what-exactly-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-meditate/ https://...
Oct 01, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This week we dive into OCD in an attempt to give you a rundown on the condition and why it's far more serious than you think, and why you can't be "a little OCD". If you think you need help with OCD, OPCD or any other conditions we mention in this episode, please reach out to your doctor - there are definitely things they can do to help. References: https://www.who.int/ https://www.healthline.com/health/obsessive-compulsive-personality-disorder https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/09/...
Sep 24, 2019•38 min•Season 1Ep. 31
