Do you have a constant battle with that little voice in your head that tells you you're not good enough, or that you have to work harder, or that you haven't achieved what you should have achieved? Well, you're not alone. And this week with coach Catherine Wood , we're going to learn how to make friends with that inner critic and give it a bit of a shushing. Thanks so much for listening to our little podcast. If you love it, and want it to stay ad-free, you are invited to become a Patreon suppor...
Nov 17, 2020•48 min•Season 1Ep. 110
It's November! That means Tara's been thinking about Christmas now for MONTHS and we can't hold her off any longer! So this week we're chatting about how to make Christmas a good experience for you, even if you have to have things a bit differently this year. From activities to gifts, whether you're Zooming it or are celebrating in person, there's plenty to chat about. Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlSsffF2xhA And if you haven't already listened - here are some of our previous Chris...
Nov 11, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 109
This week we're still on paperwork (yay!). This episode is focused on ensuring your pieces of paper have somewhere to live in your home. A spot other than the front of the fridge or the kitchen counter. There's one tip in here that will IMMEDIATELY make you more organised, even if you have piles everywhere. Get into it! Bec's "Conquer Your Paper Clutter" ebook (which will walk you through the entire process of setting up a complete household paperwork system), can be found here . Get a 25% disco...
Nov 03, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 108
This is a long one! Surprisingly, we had lots to discuss about paperwork - what it is, why we have paper clutter and what we need to keep and not keep. And spiders - we managed to talk about spiders too... somehow... Also if you're interested in Bec's "Conquer Your Paper Clutter" ebook, it can be found here . Get a 25% discount (it's only $12AUD normally) with the code POD25. There's more info in next week's episode about it, too. Thanks so much for listening to our little podcast. If you love i...
Oct 27, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 107
You may or may not have heard of hygge before - a Danish phenomena (not the best word but it's not just a word, it's a feeling, a way of doing things) that embodies warm, cozy, homey, nostalgic comfort. So this week Bec and Tara discuss hygge - what it means, why you might like it and how you might inject some of it into your own life. References: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30045683-the-little-book-of-hygge https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29537167-the-book-of-hygge Thanks so much fo...
Oct 20, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 106
There are three things that most (all?) uncluttered homes have. So if you're cluttered, and you don't have these, maybe it might help? It's worth a shot! Also, for the non-Australian listeners, here is another opportunity to laugh at our accents while we talk about "thongs" and pronounce "toilet" like a true Aussie! (you'll want to go back and re-listen to all the old episodes just to hear Tara say "toilet" over and over again...hee hee!). References: https://www.theminimalists.com/packing/ Than...
Oct 13, 2020•22 min•Season 1Ep. 105
We all have them - photos! And they can be a real space-hog and stress when they aren't organised. So this week Bec has bailed up the delightful Chantal Imbach from Photos In Order and the DIY Photo Organising podcast to help us all out with our printed photos - the ones stashed in places all over the house and taking up space in giant albums, or at your parent's place just waiting for you to inherit them! And don't despair, we know you need digital photo help too, so Chantal will definitely be ...
Oct 06, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 104
This week we have a chat about the new Netflix series " Get Organized with The Home Edit". We give you the insiders' view on this show and what those inside the industry think about it (and not just us - other POs across the world have had lots to say about it too!). Tara surprised herself with her opinion, and Bec wasn't surprised by her opinion very much at all (haha!). Thanks so much for listening to our little podcast. If you love it, and want it to stay ad-free, you are invited to become a ...
Sep 29, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 103
You've heard the saying "A place for everything, and everything in its place". Bec and Tara live by this (well, the first half for Bec, at least!) and it really is life-changing. So why would you have a home for everything? Listen in and find out the beauty of everything in your house having its very own little home it can go to. References: Lost and Found 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@...
Sep 22, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 102
If you've ever been rejected before, then you're human. And you of course will know the "oof" feeling you get in your gut when it happens (or even when you think back on it). This week, Bec and Tara talk you through rejection and offer some ways that you can look at it a little differently so that it doesn't hurt quite so much. References: https://news.umich.edu/study-illuminates-the-pain-of-social-rejection/ https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/48693877-the-midnight-library https://en.wikipedia....
Sep 15, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Welcome to our 100th episode! We're so happy to have shared this journey with you over the last couple of years. This week it's a mixed back of all sorts of topics, from some of Bec & Tara's household organising hacks to questions from our valued community. Thanks for listening, lovely humans, we really appreciate it. 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 be...
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 100
This week Tara talks to Mai from Shape Mai Life about how she uses journaling to declutter her mind and heal. Mai is just lovely and open about her own experiences journaling and healing, and we hope that you learn something that might help you heal, too. You might also be interested in this episode on bullet journaling we did too. 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 th...
Sep 01, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 99
This week Bec lets us know all about the concept of Forest Bathing - what it is, what it isn't (there's always the nudity question!) and how it might be helpful for you, to unclutter your life and your mind. Explore the topic with us, and you might find yourself inspired to check out some Forest Bathing for yourself! References: https://time.com/5259602/japanese-forest-bathing/ https://www.abc.net.au/life/beginners-guide-to-japanese-forest-bathing/10369284 https://healingforest.org/2020/01/27/fo...
Aug 25, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 98
We've mentioned "one in, one out" on the podcast before, but haven't really gone into a lot of detail. So this week, it's time to check out this decluttering and maintenance technique and learn how you can apply it to be more uncluttered! 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 page: www.facebook.com/beuncluttered...
Aug 18, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 97
This week we explore the difference between routines and rhythms, and how each of them work. Some people need routine, others prefer rhythm. Some, like Bec, NEED routine but find it a hard method to stick to. There are benefits to each, and you'll learn how and when each of them might be helpful for you. References: https://habitgrowth.com/time-management-matrix/ 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, basklifeco...
Aug 11, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 96
We are so excited about this episode! Tara has been a raving fan of Greg McKeown for a long time now and she has also been nagging Bec to do a review episode of his book "Essentialism" for ages, too. She gave up on Bec and went one better and invited Greg himself on as a guest, nearly dying of excitement when he said yes. If you haven't read Greg's book yet, never fear, this interview will teach you a lot about Essentialism and how it came about, how it has evolved and how it might just change t...
Aug 04, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Hi, welcome back. This week we are delving into the pile of artwork that kids bring home (for littlies - it's coming almost every day!). We give you plenty of ideas on how to store it (both short term and long term), how to talk with your kids through letting go, and some ideas on displaying it. References: Fabric Pin Board 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 ...
Jul 28, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Who's got a stash of artwork that's hiding around the place in every nook and cranny but NOT on the walls? Well, if you do then you're not alone! This week, learn how to assess your artwork and decide if it truly belongs in your home. Oh, and we're not talking the stuff your kid brings home - that's a whole other episode that's coming soon! 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 ...
Jul 21, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 93
This week we have a sponsored guest - Emma Mason from The Source Bulk Foods (Dickson ACT and Belconnen ACT). Emma has quite a lot to share with us - after downsizing from a 1,000 acre property to a 100 sqm apartment, she has plenty to teach us about a massive downsize. Emma is also an aspiring zero-waster so has some great advice for those of us wishing to know more about a zero waste lifestyle (and how you don't have to win an award for "The Most Zero" to have an impact). Emma and her husband a...
Jul 14, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Most households have some gardening gear in them. From those of us that have aaaall of it, to those that just have a watering can and an old bottle of fertiliser under the sink somewhere that they aren't sure how it got there, we all need to figure out how to declutter and organise it so that we can find it when we need it! We would LOVE for you to join our most favourite people, our latest Patreon supporters, John, Jemima and Diana. You, too, can sponsor this podcast so that we can keep it ad-f...
Jul 07, 2020•43 min•Ep. 91
Scarcity mindset is the mostly unconscious force that drives us to collect clutter and makes it difficult for us to reduce it. It has us grabbing bargains (yes, all of us!) and panic buying and stashing. But what is it and how can we avoid letting it derail us? Check it out in the week's episode. References: http://www.npr.org/2019/08/05/748207152/you-2-0-tunnel-vision We'd also love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.au,...
Jun 30, 2020•45 min•Ep. 90
If you're anything like Bec and Tara, you're going to be blushing and nodding throughout this whole episode! This week we chat about the dos and don'ts of conversation and how to improve your conversations and listening. it's okay, we're terrible at it ourselves so no judgement here if you identify!! References: https://www.ted.com/talks/celeste_headlee_10_ways_to_have_a_better_conversation We'd also love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebe...
Jun 23, 2020•33 min•Ep. 89
This week Bec and Tara explore the baggage we bring with us from relationship to relationship - why we do it and how we might recognise it and make changes if it's unhelpful. We'd also 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 page: www.facebook.com/beuncluttered Our Facebook Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/gro...
Jun 16, 2020•38 min•Ep. 88
This week, in support of the #blacklivesmatter movement, we are choosing to stay silent and instead amplify the voices of people of colour. Please use your "podcast time" today to listen to one of the following podcasts to learn from people of colour: Tiddas 4 tiddas: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/tiddas-4-tiddas/tiddas-4-tiddas/ Indigiprenuer: https://soundcloud.com/indigipreneur/dwayne-good-indigiprenuer Pretty for an Aboriginal: https://player.fm/series/pretty-for-an-aboriginal Wild Bla...
Jun 09, 2020•5 min•Ep. 87
We don't all use it, but a lot of us do! Even though Tara and Bec are kind of minimalist dinosaurs when it comes to makeup, they still know how to declutter and organise it, and this week will help you take the steps you need to get control of your makeup stash too. References: https://www.hsw.com.au/bathroom/ https://www.ikea.com/au/en/cat/bathroom-boxes-baskets-16233/ https://mydaiso.com.au/ We'd also love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at r...
Jun 02, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 86
We use the words "need" and "want" a lot on this podcast, when talking about making decisions about stuff. Bec and Tara discuss how needs differ from wants and how we frequently get the terms a bit mixed up, which is helpful to be aware of when trying to declutter your life. As well as needing and wanting stuff, we also use "need" and "want" in our language, which can be unhelpful. Tara explains how and reminds us of the impact of our language. References: https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow...
May 26, 2020•42 min•Ep. 85
Gifting cupboards are places where you can store gifts, cards, ribbons and wrappings. Some people swear by them (Tara) and others don't really bother (Bec!). In this episode, one of them will convince the other. Tune in to see whose mind is changed! References: https://www.buildsomething.com/plans/P44EE77730B49AF0D/Hideaway-Gift-Wrap-Center 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 ...
May 19, 2020•51 min•Ep. 84
Comparison is part of our daily lives. We use it all the time, to motivate us, to let us know where we sit among our peers, to make decisions about our lives. But can it harm us? This week Bec and Tara take a look at comparison and how we use it and whether it's helpful, or unhelpful, or both! References: https://www.psychologynoteshq.com/leonfestinger-socialcomparisontheory/ We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You can send us an email at rebecca@clearspace.net.a...
May 12, 2020•40 min•Ep. 83
This week Bec talks to her 15 year-old son, Ethan, about a major bedroom declutter he recently undertook. Ethan has always been a kid that doesn't like tidying and organisation and struggled to even care about tidiness let alone actually do it. He is sentimental, attached to his stuff, easily distracted and struggles to stay on task. However, he just decluttered half his stuff (all by himself!) and now tidies daily. What happened??? Only he can tell us.... References: https://www.ikea.com/au/en/...
May 05, 2020•49 min•Ep. 82
**NOTE: we apologise for the audio issues at the start of this episode. If you download it again the correct version will be accessible. Sorry!** We're surprised it's taken us this long to do this topic! This week we talk pantries - why they get cluttered, why they get disorganised and how to overcome that. References: https://www.goodfood.com.au/recipes/how-to/how-to-reduce-food-waste-in-the-home-kitchen-20190319-h1ckcl We'd love you to get in touch to discuss anything about the podcast. You ca...
Apr 28, 2020•57 min•Ep. 81
