Imagine walking into your home and feeling instantly calm. The counters are clear, the drawers easy to open, and there’s space to breathe in every room. But more importantly, there’s no guilt hiding behind closed cupboard doors. No shame clinging to the piles on your desk. This isn’t a fantasy it’s what Reset Your Home promises and delivers.
Ingrid Jansen and Lesley Spellman are not your average tidying-up gurus. These UK-based experts have turned the concept of decluttering on its head with their best-selling book Reset Your Home, which lands in the U.S. on June 24. Already featured in the Daily Telegraph, Daily Mail, and BBC’s Woman’s Hour, this book is less about stuff and more about the emotional weight we’ve been carrying with it.
Why Traditional Decluttering Misses the Mark
We’ve all seen the viral organizing hacks and pristine Pinterest pantries. They promise a dream, but often deliver temporary results. Why? Because they focus on the surface.
Jansen and Spellman argue that the root cause of clutter isn’t laziness or lack of time it’s emotional baggage. That half-finished craft project? It holds your hope of being more creative. The jeans from three sizes ago? They’re tethered to who you used to be. If you don’t acknowledge the feelings behind the clutter, it will creep back in no matter how many storage boxes you buy.
The Emotional Reset You Didn’t Know You Needed
At the heart of Reset Your Home is a framework built on the principle that decluttering must begin in the mind before it moves into the home. You’re not just throwing things away you’re learning how to release guilt, rewrite personal narratives, and let go of the past with intention.
This isn’t a sprint to minimalism. The process is thoughtful and sequential, beginning in the kitchen the area least likely to trigger emotional roadblocks. As you flex your “decluttering muscle,” you gradually move into the more emotionally-charged zones of your home. The book holds your hand every step of the way, helping you build strength, resilience and perspective before tackling sentimental items.
Why This Method Works Long Term
Most methods offer a quick fix. But Reset Your Home builds a lifelong skillset. Rather than imposing strict rules or encouraging the discard of joyless objects, this method fosters a deep understanding of why the clutter exists in the first place.
By the end of the process, readers report feeling lighter not just in their homes, but emotionally. The stuff no longer holds power. Instead, what remains are intentional choices, clearer routines, and a space that supports the life you actually want to live.
Decluttering for the Modern World
In a post-pandemic world where our homes have become everything offices, classrooms, sanctuaries the emotional demands on our space have never been higher. Jansen and Spellman understand this. Their method doesn’t just tidy it transforms.
They also speak to the reality that life is busy. That’s why their framework is designed to be approachable and forgiving. Whether you have a free weekend or just 15 minutes between meetings, the book meets you where you are and guides you through step by manageable step.
Leaders in the Decluttering Movement
Ingrid Jansen and Lesley Spellman are not new to this. They’ve spent years building credibility and consistency in an often unregulated industry. As co-founders of The Declutter Hub, they have helped thousands of people shift not only what’s in their closets but what’s in their hearts.
Their credibility, combined with a refreshingly non-judgmental approach, has earned them a loyal following and a reputation for delivering real, lasting change.
A Gift to Yourself and Your Home
Reading Reset Your Home feels like being gently coached by two wise, warm, and slightly cheeky best friends. It’s practical but never preachy, compassionate yet clear. It’s not about becoming a minimalist unless that’s your goal. It’s about creating a home that makes you feel proud, not pressured.
And isn’t that what we all want?
Whether you’re moving into a new space, downsizing after the kids have flown the nest, or simply feeling suffocated by stuff, this book provides the roadmap to reclaiming peace, one drawer at a time.
Where to Begin Your Reset
If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm and embrace a new way of living lighter, freer, and more emotionally grounded Reset Your Home is your next must-read.
The U.S. edition officially launches on June 24, and it’s available to purchase here. Let this be the summer you stop managing clutter and start understanding it.
Because the real secret? You’re not just organizing your home. You’re organizing your life.
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