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
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...
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...
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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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 ...
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
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A surprising story of...
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:
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. ...
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. ...
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...
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:
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...
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle walk you through a step-by-step guide to creating a wardrobe that's organised and full of clothes you love and can wear together.
Episode Highlights:
- The benefits of an organised wardrobe.
- Organising strategies that you may not have thought of before.
- Wardrobe storage solutions for all size wardrobes.
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle shares 3 savvy sustainable solutions to create an eco-friendly kitchen that embraces sustainable alternatives and practices.
Episode Highlights:
- Ways to reduce waste and packaging in the kitchen.
- Changing to Sustainable Materials in the kitchen.
- Adopting Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products and tips in the kitchen. <...
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle explores ten clever and practical ideas to help you maximise every inch of your kitchen to transform it into a spacious, organised, and visually stunning space.
Episode highlights:
- Benefits of Multi-Functional furniture and appliances
- Simple storage solution ideas for drawers, cupboards and shelving.
- Ideas to u...
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, I talk with Susanne Thiebe, a professional organiser from LessMess.
Episode Highlights:
- The impact of overconsumption and fast fashion on textiles
- Challenges in textile recycling.
- The issue of clothing going to landfill.
Key Takeaways:
- Practical tips for sustainable wardrobe management.
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle dives into the art of pantry organisation with a step-by-step guide designed to simplify your kitchen life, inspire new culinary adventures, and foster healthier habits.
Episode highlights-
- Step 1: Clear and Clean
- Step 2: Check Expiration Dates
- Step 3: Categorize Your Items
- Step 4: Choose Storage solutions & containers
- Step 5: Arrange Strategically
- Step 6: ...
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle talks to Elaine from Impact Parents, a resource for parenting neurodiverse kids. She’s also an author and podcast host of Parenting Impact.
Episode Highlights:
- Understanding procrastination in neurodiverse kids
- Strategies to combat boredom and procrastination
Key Takeaways:
- Practical Strategies for t...
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Narelle unpacks clutter and acquiring habits.
Episode Highlights:
- How psychological conditions like OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) and anxiety can influence acquiring habits.
- Why emotional Attachment creates a complex relationship with possessions, which makes it challenging to reduce acquiring habits.
- The environmental...
In this episode of Simply Happy Conversations, Dr Hayley ,anti-burnout business coach and podcast host of Welcome to Self. She discusses the importance of compassion when decluttering and organising your home.
Episode Highlights:
- Understanding compassion: Definitions and myths
- Neurodivergence and self-compassion
- The three flows of compassion
Key Takeaways:
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