Start here to learn the 5-step method I use to help real humans—especially the neurodivergent, overwhelmed, and totally done—declutter with kindness, not chaos. Introducing D.C.L.T.R.
🌀 Feeling overwhelmed by clutter?
If you’ve ever looked around and thought:
“How did it get this bad?”
“Where the hell do I even start?”
You’re in the right place.
I work with women and families who are sick of the shame spiral that clutter can create—especially when the usual advice just… doesn’t land. Whether you’re diagnosed neurodivergent, quietly questioning, or simply exhausted by one-size-fits-all systems, you’re not broken. You just need a method that actually works with your brain.
⚡ Why D.C.L.T.R.?
Let me back up for a sec.
When I started this business, my “office” was an ex-gov laptop on my bedside table. I was juggling all the roles—parent, partner, business owner, human—and it showed. Paperwork everywhere. No real systems. That constant “I’m just making it up as I go” feeling.
In that chaos, I started noticing a pattern.
I wasn’t reinventing the wheel—but I was following a process. One that helped me stop spinning out and start moving forward, step by messy step.
That process became the D.C.L.T.R. Method.
I gave it a name so I could share it with others—and now, with you.
✨ What is the D.C.L.T.R. Method?
D.C.L.T.R. is a five-step method for clearing physical, mental, and emotional clutter—without burning out or pretending to be someone you’re not.
It’s:
- ADHD- and autism-friendly
- Gentle on executive dysfunction
- Designed for real life, not Pinterest perfection
- Rooted in self-compassion, not shame
This method works with your energy, not against it.
You don’t have to overhaul your whole life—you just need a place to start.
🧠 The 5 Steps of D.C.L.T.R.
1. DREAM — Visualise Your Ideal
Before touching a single drawer, ask:
What do I want from this space?
Not what it “should” look like—but how you want to feel in it.
Your dream becomes your filter for every decision that follows.
2. CURATE — Get Really Picky
No chaos purge here. This is a thoughtful edit.
You decide what earns a place in your life.
If it supports your dream, it stays. If it doesn’t? It goes.
No guilt. No “just in case.” No keeping stuff out of obligation.
3. LEARN — Get Curious, Not Critical
Struggling to “stay organised” doesn’t mean you’re lazy or broken.
It means the system wasn’t built for your brain.
Learning is about observation:
What works for you? What supports your motivation and flow?
This is your permission slip to experiment, tweak, and adapt.
4. TRY — Do Something Small
No overthinking. No perfect timing.
Try something.
Put a basket where things pile up. Move one item.
Set a 5-minute timer. Try the laundry basket trick.
There’s no failure here—just feedback.
5. RESET — Review + Revise
There is no finish line.
You will change. Life will change.
Your systems will need to change too.
Reset is your built-in review loop—a chance to reflect, adjust, and avoid getting stuck in old cycles.
💡 Why It Works (Even If Nothing Else Has)
The D.C.L.T.R. Method is:
- Flexible enough for fluctuating energy levels
- Kind to your brain and your bandwidth
- Empowering—no more rigid rules or shame spirals
- Realistic—perfect is not required
It’s not a magic bullet. But it is a process you can return to again and again, in any space, at any stage.
🪴 Ready to Start Decluttering?
You don’t need a Pinterest-worthy plan.
Pick one drawer. One shelf. One corner.
Walk it through the five steps. That’s it.
No pressure. Just progress.
💬 Want a bit of support?
I offer virtual coaching, Side-by-Side sessions, and self-paced resources for anyone who needs:
- Help with executive dysfunction and clutter
- A gentle guide instead of a drill sergeant
- Support that actually works with neurodivergent brains
👉 [Check out coaching + courses here]
(No pressure. No shame. No white-label minimalism – unless you’re into that sort of thing.)
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🔎 FAQ
Q: How do I start decluttering when I’m overwhelmed?
A: Start small. One space. Five minutes. Use the D.C.L.T.R. steps as a guide and take the pressure off doing it “right.”
Q: Is this method good for ADHD or executive dysfunction?
A: Absolutely. It’s specifically designed for brains that struggle with traditional systems—whether you’re diagnosed or just suspicious that the usual advice doesn’t work for you.
Q: Do I have to be neurodivergent for this to work?
A: Nope. This method helps anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out by clutter—and wants something realistic and kind.