The Real Meaning of Clutter — It’s Not About the Stuff

About this episode

Margo Staten explores the deeper meaning of clutter beyond physical items, discussing emotional aspects and their impact on our spaces and minds.

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever cleaned your home only to have the clutter creep back days later—you’re not alone. In this episode of Let’s Talk About Clutter, Margo uncovers what clutter really is—and spoiler: it’s not just the stuff on your counters. You’ll learn how emotional clutter, guilt, and old stories keep your space (and your mind) stuck and how redefining clutter can completely change the way you see your home. Margo shares real client stories, insights into how clutter impacts y...

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Host: Margo Staten

Topics covered

• clutter
• emotional clutter
• guilt
• redefining clutter
• home organization

Keywords

• clutter
• emotional clutter
• home organization
• guilt
• mindset

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