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426 Why does my house feel cluttered again two weeks later?

September 25, 2026 · 36 min

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Ever spent an entire weekend decluttering, only to look around two weeks later and wonder where all the clutter came from?

Do you feel like you're constantly tidying but never actually making progress?

What if the problem isn't you, but the way you're approaching the declutter in the first place?

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In this episode, Ingrid and Lesley tackle one of the most frustrating questions they hear from listeners: why does everything feel messy again so quickly? They'll walk you through the surprising difference between tidying and actual decluttering, reveal the hidden culprit called "churning," and share practical systems that keep clutter from creeping back into your home.

This isn't about perfection or spending hours deep-cleaning every surface. It's about understanding the root causes that trip people up and building sustainable habits that actually stick. Ingrid and Lesley break down why decluttering is a process rather than a one-off project, and how creating proper homes for your belongings makes all the difference. They'll also share their favourite daily resets and non-negotiables that keep households running smoothly without adding overwhelm.


About the Declutter Hub Podcast

We're Ingrid and Lesley and are super excited you're here!

If you're sick to the back teeth of clutter dictating your home life then we are here to help you get control back and spend your valuable time doing the things you want and not shuffling piles of stuff around 24/7.

We have been decluttering and organising homes face to face and online for over 30 years together and have helped thousands of members and clients to regain the home of their dreams. We have a passion for people, practicality, and piles of paper and love nothing better than to carve out solutions for anyone overwhelmed with clutter. If that's you, you're in the right place.

Our podcast is packed with actionable tips, inspiration and motivation to get your decluttering done. We believe decluttering is all about emotions first, stuff second.

Tune in, subscribe and enjoy! New episodes every Friday.

Want more?

We have so many ways that you can reach out to us for additional support on your decluttering journey.

Free Facebook Group - for community, info and support - The Declutter Hub Community - emotions based decluttering.

Instagram - daily reels and posts with decluttering hints and tips - @declutterhub

Website - the best place to get access to all our free content - https://declutterhub.com/mp

Membership - this is the best place to take your decluttering to the next level https://members.declutterhub.com/mp

Book - you can order a copy of Reset Your Home, Unpack your emotions and your clutter, step by step here https://declutterhub.com/book/

Support - if you want signposting in the right direction [email protected]

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