E199 - Let That Sh*t Go: The Psychology Behind Decluttering Your Life with Meg Golightly
Wed Feb 04 2026
Let that sh*t go. Seriously. In this episode of Authentically Ashlyn, I sit down with decluttering queen and Go Simplified founder Megan Golightly to talk about why letting go of your stuff is way harder than it should be, and what it’s actually doing to your brain, your stress levels, and your life. Spoiler: clutter isn’t just messy… it’s cortisol.
We unpack the psychology and neuroscience behind why women (especially those of us raised to “hang on to everything”) feel frozen when it’s time to declutter, and how your inner voice- the one saying “I might need that someday” is running the show.
Megan shares how to:
✨Break the freeze of decision paralysis
✨Rewire your brain to choose yourself over your stuff
✨Start small (hello, bathroom drawer) instead of trying to overhaul your whole house
✨Let go without guilt, perfectionism, or emotional spirals
✨ Stop dragging clutter from season to season
We talk about why decluttering is just like leaving a toxic relationship, why progress beats perfection every time, and how letting go of physical clutter teaches you how to let go in every other area of your life too. If you’ve ever said:
“I’ll organize when I have more time.”
“It was expensive, I can’t get rid of it.”
“But what if I need it someday?… this episode is your sign. Because nothing you own is worth more than your peace. Press play if you’re ready to dump your clutter like a toxic ex and make space for calm, clarity, and the version of you who isn’t buried under stuff.
Megan's IG - https://www.instagram.com/gosimplified/
-About Ashlyn-
Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth.
Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners.
-Our Business-
Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support.
-Things Heard on This Episode-
YABBA Facebook - www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-At…100084799172862/
Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca
Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com
-Connect with Ashlyn-
Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP
Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E
Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82
TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst
Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/
Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
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Let that sh*t go. Seriously. In this episode of Authentically Ashlyn, I sit down with decluttering queen and Go Simplified founder Megan Golightly to talk about why letting go of your stuff is way harder than it should be, and what it’s actually doing to your brain, your stress levels, and your life. Spoiler: clutter isn’t just messy… it’s cortisol. We unpack the psychology and neuroscience behind why women (especially those of us raised to “hang on to everything”) feel frozen when it’s time to declutter, and how your inner voice- the one saying “I might need that someday” is running the show. Megan shares how to: ✨Break the freeze of decision paralysis ✨Rewire your brain to choose yourself over your stuff ✨Start small (hello, bathroom drawer) instead of trying to overhaul your whole house ✨Let go without guilt, perfectionism, or emotional spirals ✨ Stop dragging clutter from season to season We talk about why decluttering is just like leaving a toxic relationship, why progress beats perfection every time, and how letting go of physical clutter teaches you how to let go in every other area of your life too. If you’ve ever said: “I’ll organize when I have more time.” “It was expensive, I can’t get rid of it.” “But what if I need it someday?… this episode is your sign. Because nothing you own is worth more than your peace. Press play if you’re ready to dump your clutter like a toxic ex and make space for calm, clarity, and the version of you who isn’t buried under stuff. Megan's IG - https://www.instagram.com/gosimplified/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- YABBA Facebook - www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-At…100084799172862/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca