289  |  Kitchen Declutter Kickoff: How to Declutter for a Calm, Functional Home

289 | Kitchen Declutter Kickoff: How to Declutter for a Calm, Functional Home

Author: Amber Cammidge October 31, 2025 Duration: 31:16

Hey Guys!  In this kickoff to Kitchen Month, Amber guides you through everything you need to know to transform your kitchen—and your habits—this November. You'll learn how to plan your project, gather the right tools, and approach decluttering from a holistic, mindful perspective.  Here's the plan: 

  1. November 4 - Counters and surfaces

  2. November 7 - Dishes and drinkware

  3. November 11 - Cookware and bakeware

  4. November 14 - Appliances & Utensils 

  5. November 18 - Pantry 

  6. November 21 - Fridge and freezer 

  7. November 25 - Junk drawers & Tupperware 

  8. November 28 - Habits and flow

This month includes eight longform episodes (each focused on a key kitchen zone) and daily 5-minute "reminder" minisodes designed to keep you moving with gentle, judgment-free nudges.

Looking forward to seeing your progress this month in the free Facebook group.  To join click below...

Let's connect:
📸 Instagram: @declutteryourchaos
🌐 Website: www.declutteryourchaos.com

🛑 Disclaimer:

I am not a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing emotional distress or mental health concerns, please seek help from a qualified mental health provider for more helpful tips and updates.

 
 

Hosted by Amber Cammidge, Declutter Your Chaos-Mindful Minimalism is a conversation about the tangible and intangible things that fill our space. This podcast moves beyond simple organizing tips to explore the intersection of physical clutter and mental well-being, offering a grounded perspective for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their surroundings. Episodes blend actionable, manageable strategies for tidying your home with thoughtful discussions on the emotional habits and subconscious attachments that make letting go so difficult. You’ll hear about resetting daily routines, creating sustainable systems that align with your actual lifestyle, and examining the underlying 'why' behind the accumulation of stuff. The focus is on cultivating a home environment that actively supports your health and goals, rather than working against them. Tuning in provides a practical yet compassionate framework for editing your possessions and, by extension, your mindset. It’s a resource for making lasting changes that free up physical space and create mental clarity, all approached with a sense of realism and encouragement. This is for those ready to move from intention to action, finding calm and capability by thoughtfully curating their world.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Declutter Your Chaos - Mindful Minimalism
Podcast Episodes
315  |   Wardrobe Series |  What Does Your Wardrobe Represent? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:00
Hey Guys, In today's episode, we're kicking off the December Wardrobe Series with a direct look at why closets feel so overwhelming. It's not the clothes. It's the identity underneath the clothes, and the stories we've a…
314  |  Habits Series  |  8 Ways to Make Decluttering Satisfying [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:07
Hey Guys, In this episode, we're breaking down the reward systems that actually help you stay consistent with decluttering — the ones that create momentum, build identity, and keep you coming back without relying on moti…
313  |  Habits Series  |  How do You Make Decluttering Easy? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:19
Hey Guys, Today we're breaking down the third law of habit change from Atomic Habits: Make it easy. This episode is all about why decluttering feels so overwhelming — and how to design your environment and your systems s…
312  |  Habits Series  |  How to Make Decluttering Irresistible [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:32
Hey Guys! Today is Day Two of the decluttering habit series, and we're moving from your environment to your brain. Yesterday was all about making the cue obvious. Today is about making the habit attractive — using your c…
311  |  Habits Series  |  How Do You Make Decluttering Obvious? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:12
Hey Guys, Today is Day One of the four-day decluttering habit series, and we're starting with the step that makes everything else possible: creating a clear, unavoidable cue for your daily decluttering habit. Most people…
309  |  Kitchen Series  |  Organizing the Freezer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:43
Hey Guys, Today's episode is all about making your freezer easier to use — not perfect, not Pinterest-worthy, just functional. I'm walking you through three practical strategies that help you find what you have, stop was…
308  |  Kitchen Series |  Decluttering the Fridge Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:34
Hey Guys! Today's episode walks you through the simplest, most realistic way to organize your fridge — no containers, no labels, no complicated systems. Just six zones that make your fridge easier to use, easier to keep…
307  |  Kitchen Series |  Decluttering the Refrigerator [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:07
Hey Guys, Today kicks off the 3-day fridge reset, and we're starting with the easiest possible win: the fridge door. This episode walks you through clearing the door in a way that feels simple, calm, and actually doable…