354 | Motivation - Are You Abandoning Your Own Needs?

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

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.

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.

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.

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.