Post Trauma Secrets & Decluttering
Hosted by wellness and decluttering experts Valerie Huard and JM Tetreault, the Post Trauma Secrets and Decluttering Podcast brings you on a journey from trauma to Joie de vivre! Like going on a vacation, you may be stressed and excited at the same time. You will enjoy every moment, try new things, discover new places, and still have time to relax. That decluttering journey will give you all the secrets you need to simplify your life by reducing your stress, decluttering your mind, organizing your space and getting control over your time so that you can create the life you want.
Post Trauma Secrets & Decluttering
#84 Why Your Beautiful Space Feels Hollow – And How to Fix It
In this episode, Valerie and JM unpack the emotional disconnect behind aesthetically beautiful spaces that feel hollow. They explore how life transitions, loss, and emotional needs often get left out of design trends. You’ll learn how to bring soul back into your space with texture, memory, and meaning—so it reflects who you are now, not just how it looks. Redesign your space not for style, but for healing.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
- Why styled homes can still feel empty – Understand the emotional gap behind picture-perfect spaces.
- How life transitions impact your environment – Explore how your home may no longer reflect who you are.
- Ways to add meaning back into your space – Use texture, memory, and comfort to create connection.
- Simple design shifts that support healing – Add warmth through scent, light, sound, and personal items.
LINKS AND RESOURCES WITH THIS EPISODE:
- "Put That Stuff Down" and its sequel (book) - A recommended read exploring the complex relationship between trauma, PTSD, and clutter. It offers personal stories, psychological insights, and practical advice. Click here to learn more: https://up.dowellht.com/bestseller-clutter-and-trauma
- Join the thousands of people using the post-trauma secrets and decluttering by starting here: https://dowellht.com/freeyourself
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