Simply Happy Conversations

Simply Happy Conversations

Welcome to Simply Happy Conversations, a podcast that teaches you how to create a clutter-free, functional and simply happy life. I’m Narelle King, a Professional Organiser who supports families with practical steps to simplify their lives and create a more organised home. I’m passionate about supporting neurodivergent families and individuals like myself. Every fortnight, I also share guest conversations with experts passionate about the future of our home, health and the planet, which will provide you with actionable takeaways to create a more organised and happy life.

Episodes

August 21, 2025 21 mins

In this latest episode of Simply Happy Conversations, we uncover the  link between anxiety and clutter, how they feed off each other and impact your mind and space. 

Episode Highlights:

  • Discuss the four types of clutter: calendar, physical, emotional, and digital. 
  • How to delegate tasks.
  • Ways to reclaim your environment. 

Key Takeaways:

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle walks you through how to organise your own clothes swap event. Discover the joy of refreshing your wardrobe sustainably while connecting with friends and community.

Episode Highlights:

  • Learn about the environmental and social benefits.  
  •  Hear key stats on fast fashion and its impact.  

Key Takeaways:

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, we talk with Maire from Hoarding Unpacked. With 13 years of expertise, she sheds light on this often misunderstood topic.

Episode Highlights:

  • Understanding hoarding behaviors
  • Busting common misconceptions of hoarding behaviours 
  • Addressing safety concerns in hoarding situations

Key Takeaways:

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle shares practical tips and creative solutions for maximising the use of small and awkward spaces in your home. 

Episode Highlights: 

  • Strategies for innovative storage solutions and multi-functional furniture
  • Creative layout ideas to zone and organise small areas
  • Lighting, colour, and decor tips to open up yo...
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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, I talk with Anglea Lockwood an Executive Coach, Occupational Therapist, author and podcast host of ‘Distracted’ an invaluable resource for you to learn the art of focus. 

Episode Highlights:

  • The importance of focus
  • Managing distractions
  • Creating a creative work environment

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle uncovers the practical and emotional reasons why the formal dining room is being sidelined and dining tables are being transformed to fit our modern lifestyles.

Episode Highlights:

  • Changing living spaces
  • Clutter as a barrier
  • The impact of technology
  • Considerations of feeding challenges, such as ARF...
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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, I speak with Niina from the podcast "Together Through the Storms." She’s a passionate special education teacher and inclusion specialist, and she’s also a mother of two deaf daughters.  

Episode Highlights:

  • Ideas to carve out time as a parent
  • Daily routine ideas for parents 
  • Ways to foster independ...
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July 3, 2025 16 mins

In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle shares the secret to a well-organised laundry process to help you transform this chore into a streamlined and efficient routine.

Episode Highlights:

  • Ideas to eliminate missing single socks.
  • Ways to extend the lifespan of your clothing.
  • Laundry storage ideas to create a functional laundry space.

Key Takeaways:

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle explores common beliefs about decluttering that might be holding you back and practical tips to help you shift your mindset and finally get started!

Episode Highlights:

  • How beliefs are developed about decluttering
  • 5 common misconceptions about decluttering

Key Takeaways:

  • Tips to shift your mindset about de...
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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle shares practical, low-maintenance systems that actually save you time, energy and brainpower for real-life people (who are juggling a lot).

Episode Highlights:

  • Discover 7 practical systems that truly work!
  • Learn the concept of keeping like with like and storing things where you use them for maximum efficiency.
  • Get in...
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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, we talk with Susanna Heiskanen, an author of Nordic lifestyle, with a hint of minimalism with an ebook, Sustainable Minimalism, sharing ways to live with less. 

Episode Highlights:

  • Misconceptions of sustainability and minimalism
  • Engaging kids in sustainability
  • Comparing sustainable practices: Australia vs Finland

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June 4, 2025 18 mins

In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle dives into the ins and outs of recycling. She has seen the challenges many of us face when trying to live sustainably

Episode Highlights:

  • What items belong in your recycling bin
  • Community recycling initiatives for those tricky items that don't fit
  •  Common contaminants that cause recycling to end up in landfills
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In this special episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle celebrates 4 years of podcasting. She shares insights into her life and things you’d probably only know if you were friends.

Episode Highlights:

  • Something people wouldn’t know about Narelle from her childhood
  • What people don't know after she graduated as a teacher
  • A surprising story of...

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, we talk with Camilla Thompson from Bio Hack Me. She’s a nutritionist, a leading biohacker and author of an upcoming book BioHack me. 

Episode Highlights:

  • When you use Biohacking. 
  • Indications of inflammation in your body.
  • Problems with mould in your home and on your health.

Key Takeaways: 

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle shares the subtle clues indicating it's time to declutter your space.

Episode Highlights:

  • Decluttering isn’t just about organising.
  • 5 signs your home might need a declutter (even if it looks pretty put together)

Listen to the full episode now to reclaim your home and peace of mind.

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, we had a leading Decluttering and Organising Expert in Australia Amy Revell from The Art of Decluttering.

Episode Highlights:

  • Barriers that hold you back from decluttering.
  • Maintaining organisation: habits and systems
  • Adapting organisation for neurodivergent families.
  • Conflict resolution when decluttering.
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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle walks you through ideas to get started on decluttering and digitalising your paperwork. 

Episode Highlights:

  • Challenges of organising paperwork.
  • Solutions to store paperwork. 
  • Simple tips to reduce the accumulation of paperwork.

Key Takeaways:

  • Guide to organise your paperwork.
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 In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, we talk with Lisa Stockman, a Melbourne-based Personal Stylist, about creating a wardrobe you love.

Episode Highlights:

  • Shop smart by considering the Cost per wear.
  • Understanding your body and style to feel confident in your clothes.
  • The power of personal style

Key Takeaways:

  • Practical tip...
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April 16, 2025 10 mins

In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle shares 8 easy suggestions for removing items from your wardrobe by focusing on fit, comfort, and condition. 

Episode Highlights:

  • Ditch items that don't fit right or bring you joy.
  • Prioritize comfort and quality over quantity.
  • Make room for pieces that truly reflect your style today.

Key Takeaways:

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In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, I’m talking with Sarah from Sort By Sarah. She’s a decluttering expert and organising whizz based in Sydney and she’s the person you want if you want support with downsizing, packing and unpacking.

Episode Highlights:

  • The importance of decluttering before you move.
  • Choosing the right removalist.
  • Packing tip...
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