#32 How simple systems create balance & stop the daily chaos with Louise | Simply Sortin'
If you’re fed up with mornings that feel like a full-body workout before 9am, piles of clutter that seem to regenerate overnight, and a never-ending to-do list that never actually gets done, this one’s for you.
I sat down with Louise Ufer-Nolte, Professional Organiser and founder of Simply Sortin’, to talk about how busy parents and professionals can stop firefighting and actually build a home that works for them, not against them. Louise works 1:1 with clients across Edinburgh & the Lothians, and she knows that finding balance isn’t about colour-coded calendars or unrealistic routines. It’s about systems that stick.
Inside this episode:
- Why clutter makes you tired and how to stop the brain fog by getting your physical space in check
- The power of “wait time” and how to turn 30 seconds into progress (not just more scrolling)
- The daily reset habits that stop stuff piling up again, and actually last longer than a week
- The problem with perfectionist routines, and how to create simple systems that flex with your day
- Why protecting your rest time isn’t a luxury, it’s a strategy
- How to make tidy-up time a normal part of family life (and not just something you do when someone’s coming over)
- The small mindset shift that helps you take action even when your energy’s on the floor
- The “never leave a room empty-handed” rule, and how it saves you hours every week
This episode is for women who are sick of being the default for everything. It’s a practical, honest conversation about how to create balance, and build routines that actually work in real life, not just on paper.
Connect with the guest:
Want to work with Louise or follow her for more practical organising advice? If you’re based in Edinburgh, the Lothians or surrounding areas and need hands-on help decluttering or setting up systems, Louise is brilliant.
Website: simplysortin.co.uk
Instagram: @simply_sortin
Podcast listener offer: Louise is offering her signature virtual organising package for just £55 (usually £70). Just quote “Simply Podcast” when you book.
The package includes:
- A 1-hour virtual consultation tailored to your home or routine
- A personalised plan with realistic actions you can implement straight away
- A 30-minute follow-up session to keep you accountable and supported
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Thanks so much for listening
Amy xx
-Your decluttering bestie
