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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.
Episodes
111 episodes
#103 Why Decluttering Can Feel So Shameful (No One Talks About This)
In this episode, Valerie and Lori Ann explore the deep emotional layers behind clutter through powerful reflection questions that uncover shame, fear, trauma, and self-sabotage. This conversation reveals why decluttering is never just about cle...
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Episode 103
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17:20
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#102 Trying to Fit In? Here’s How to Belong Where You’re Truly Loved
In this episode, Valerie and JM explore the belonging pillar of self-esteem and why true belonging goes far beyond fitting in. Learn how trauma, rejection, and people-pleasing weaken your sense of connection—and how to rebuild authentic belongi...
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Episode 102
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8:35
#101 Decluttering After Losing a LOVED ONE is Overwhelming?
In this episode, discover how to begin decluttering after loss without feeling like you are letting go of the person you love. Through Rachel’s story, JM and Valerie explore grief clutter, emotional attachment to belongings, and how healing can...
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Episode 101
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6:02
#100 What Happens When You Declutter With FRIENDS?
In this episode, JM and Valerie share Jenny’s powerful decluttering journey—from doubt and isolation to clarity and connection. Discover how emotional healing, self-leadership, and intentional letting go transformed not just her space, but her ...
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Episode 100
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6:53
#99 What's the BEST Decluttering Method for YOU?
In this episode, discover the decluttering method that actually works for your lifestyle. JM breaks down four powerful decluttering styles—emotional, logical, time-crunched, and peace-driven—so you can find the one that fits your energy, season...
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Episode 99
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6:08
#98 Is Retail Therapy the Ultimate Mood Booster?
In this episode, JM explores the hidden emotional drivers behind retail therapy. Learn how shopping often acts as a quick fix for deeper needs like comfort, control, and validation—and why it leaves us with more clutter and guilt. Discover prac...
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Episode 98
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7:21
#97 7 Decluttering Tips for ADHD Overwhelm
In this episode, JM shares 7 proven hacks that helped overcome decluttering paralysis — from the 5-minute rule to body doubling and zone-based organization. Learn brain-friendly strategies to take action, reduce overwhelm, and finally make visi...
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Episode 97
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8:13
#96 The Surprising Power of Letting Go of Guilt
In this episode, Valerie and JM reveal how unspoken guilt can silently erode your peace—and how to finally let it go. Through raw personal stories and practical tools, learn to release the weight of past regrets and reclaim your emotional freed...
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Episode 96
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5:13
#95 Confidence as Closure: Here’s How to Own It
In this episode, Valerie and JM explore how to find closure without waiting for apologies, explanations, or validation. Learn how real confidence comes from within—and how to close emotional loops by reclaiming your voice, story, and power....
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Episode 95
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5:20
#94 Feel Like You’ve Lost Your Edge? Here’s How to Get It Back, Step by Step
In this episode, Valerie and JM break down the competence pillar of self-esteem and explain why competence has nothing to do with perfection, titles, or certificates. Learn how rebuilding trust in your ability to learn and adapt restores motiva...
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Episode 94
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10:04
#92 - Stuck in worry mode? (sense of security)
In this episode, Valerie and JM explore the second pillar of self-esteem: Sense of Security. Learn how trauma, stress, and clutter impact your nervous system and why feeling unsafe blocks healing and progress. Discover signs of low internal saf...
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Episode 92
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12:20
#58 Ditch the Resolution: The Definitive Guide to Committing to YOURSELF in 2026
In this episode, JM and Valerie break down why most New Year’s resolutions flop—and introduce a better way to grow: personal commitments. Learn how to set specific, meaningful goals, build lasting habits, and celebrate tiny wins that actually s...
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Season 1
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Episode 58
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4:50
#91 - Feeling Lost? Here's How to Rebuild Your Identity from the Inside Out
In this episode, Valerie and JM break down the fourth pillar of self-esteem: Identity. Learn how to define who you are beyond labels, discover your core values, and reclaim your sense of self at any age. They explore how identity shapes your de...
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Episode 91
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12:58
#90 Feel Invisible? This Simple Confidence Shift Will Change Everything
In this episode, Valerie and JM unpack the real meaning of self-confidence and why it has nothing to do with being loud, forceful, or outspoken. Through relatable examples and clear explanations, they explore how low confidence shows up through...
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Season 1
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Episode 90
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10:17
#89 From 'I'm a Failure' to ‘I’m Proud of Me’ – The Real Self-Esteem Shift
In this episode, Valerie and JM unpack the deeper meaning of self-esteem and why it influences everything from your confidence to your clutter. Through real-life examples and clear explanations, they explore how low self-esteem shows up in your...
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Season 1
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Episode 89
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13:00
#88 I Thought I Was Lazy—Turns Out It Was a Trauma Response All Along
In this powerful episode, Valerie and JM explore how clutter, shutdown, and emotional paralysis are often signals of an overwhelmed nervous system. You’ll learn how trauma can silently shape your environment and self-talk, and how to shift from...
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Season 1
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Episode 88
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6:59
#87 Clutter Is Costing You More Than You Think — Here’s How
In this episode, Valerie and JM unpack why items get lost in the chaos, how clutter blinds your brain to what you already have, and why shopping can feel like a momentary relief. You’ll learn the psychology behind duplicate buying, the hidden c...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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5:22
#86 Transform Your Retirement in 2025 with Zero Clutter!
In this episode, JM and Valerie walk you through how to declutter with purpose—without losing what matters. Learn why clutter builds up, how it affects your well-being, and seven practical tips to clear space, ease stress, and create a home tha...
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Season 1
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Episode 86
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7:25
#85 Clutter Isn’t the Problem - It’s Decision Fatigue
In this episode, Valerie and JM unpack the hidden force behind overwhelm: decision fatigue. From nonstop choices to emotional burnout, they explain why clutter often builds up when your brain is maxed out—not because you’re lazy, but because yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 85
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4:10
#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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 84
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6:39
#83 Is This Depression or Just a Mess? How to Tell the Difference
In this episode, Valerie and JM explore the difference between laziness and depression, using side-by-side comparisons, personal stories, and trauma-informed insight. You’ll learn how mental exhaustion mimics avoidance, how shame blocks healing...
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Season 1
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Episode 83
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5:57
#82 Decluttering After the Kids Leave: What No One Talks About
In this episode, Valerie and JM share Barbara’s powerful empty-nest decluttering story and the trauma-informed steps they used to help her move forward. From creating memory boxes to reframing guilt as growth, this episode is a compassionate gu...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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4:50
#81 What is the DO Well® Method? | Transform Your Life After Trauma
In this episode, Valerie and JM introduce the DO Well® Method—a four-part, science-backed approach to healing through decluttering. You’ll learn how stress, mindset, time, and space are connected—and why lasting change comes from addressing all...
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Episode 81
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4:09
#80 100 Things You Don’t Need in 2025 (Declutter Checklist)
In this episode, JM and Valerie share the ultimate 2025 decluttering checklist—from kitchen drawers to digital overload to forgotten sentimental items. You’ll hear real-life stories of people who reclaimed their homes and their clarity by letti...
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5:05
#79 What Your Clutter Says About Your Attachment Style
In this episode, JM and Valerie explore the connection between clutter and attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized. Through real-life examples and a quick self-assessment quiz, you’ll learn how your emotional patterns sho...
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