Emma Gleeson is a professional declutterer with a background in fashion. The research she did into the psychology of consuming things makes this episode an interesting one! We chatted about a whole host if things including:
- How Emma came to work as a sustainable advocate.
- The psychology behind why we buy things and why it makes us feel good.
- How Emma's approach to decluttering works.
- Where things should go when you're letting go of them.
- Why we find it hard to part with some "sticky" items.
- Dealing with stuff on specific holidays.
- Organizing your children's toys.
- Decluttering your wardrobe.
- Tips for your mental health while decluttering.
Charities & Businesses Mentioned:
Information Resources Mentioned:
- Zygmunt Bauman - Liquid Modernity.
- Hedonic Treadmill.
- Alain de Botton - Status Anxiety (Book).
- Naomi Klein - No Logo (Book).
- Lucy Siegle - To Die For (Book).
- Kate Fletcher - Sustainable Fashion Researcher & Writer (Local Wisdom Project).
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