Claire King - The Uncluttered Mind

17/04/2026

You think your mum is boring now,
But in her 20s she used to........

Go to raves in fields in random places and dance on top of a nightclub speaker wearing hot pants and a sequin bra.
Back then there were no mobile phones and no evidence

One day you’re her.
Young & carefree, your biggest concern what trainers to dance in
A bit wild, confident, free

And then life happens
You become Mum, wife, boss, daughter-inlaw
You're now the organiser. The worrier. The responsible one.

The one who remembers everything.
The one who holds it all together.
You’re needed all day, every day.
And for a long time, that role is everything.

And then one day… it shifts.
The kids get older.
They don’t need you like they did.
They’ve got their own lives, their own routines, their own people.
And you love them for it…
but it can still feel strange.
Because suddenly there’s space.
Less noise.
Less “Mum, where’s my…”
Less purpose wrapped up in being needed.

And that can mess with your confidence more than people realise.
Not because you don’t love your children…
but because you’ve spent years being the “one everyone needs” and you don’t know what to do with yourself when things go quiet.

That’s when the overthinking kicks in.
You start questioning everything.
Who am I now?
What do I even like?
Why do I feel a bit lost when I should feel carefree?

And sometimes it shows up as anxiety.
Or feeling flat. Too much wine or food
Or a mind that won’t switch off at night.

Your nervous system doesn’t always understand change as “good”.
It just registers: something’s different…
So you stay busy.
You scroll aimlessly, You snack, You tidy.
You overanalyse conversations from three days ago 🙄

Listen
You haven’t lost yourself. You’re not “past it”.
You’ve just spent years on being everything for everyone else.
And now you’re being given a chance to fully be YOU
Not the 20-year-old version…
But the version of you now.
Wiser. Braver. Stronger. Resilient
Still fun. Still capable.
Still allowed to feel confident in your own skin.
That woman dancing in fields & clubs?

You're not gone.
You've just been busy raising humans.
And now… it's YOUR turn ✨️

15/04/2026

Stress & Anxiety doesn’t just live in your head, there are physical reactions within your body.

Showing up as:
Clenched jaw, headaches, Tight chest or shoulders.
Digestive upsets.
That constant sense of “something bad is about to happen.”

When your body reacts to a perceived threat, it makes your mind spiral faster too.

CBH works because it calms both with
✨ Relaxation + breathing skills to settle your body.
✨ Practical CBT tools to quiet your mind.
✨ Rehearsing calm verbal & behavioural responses in hypnosis so they sub-conciously become second nature.

If you'd like to know more you can check out my website - What is CBH & How Does It Work?

https://www.theunclutteredmind.co.uk

13/04/2026

✨️10 Micro boundaries for overwhelmed women♀️

12/04/2026

🌿This was me back in February having a full wellness check with Kirsty.

It's easy to for you to think the changes you’re noticing are just “you getting older” or “losing motivation” but they're not.

♀️As your oestrogen levels start fluctuating and dropping, it can affect cholesterol, blood pressure, sleep, mood, anxiety levels, even how our body stores fat.

So if you’ve noticed things feel different lately, perhaps you're more anxious, or waking at 3am with your brain running through every life decision you’ve ever made and are craving sugar or carbs when you feel overwhelmed, there are real physiological reasons behind that.

♀️Hormones influence your nervous system which influences your sleep & this increases anxiety and overthinking.

Anxiety increases cortisol (the stress hormone) when your cortisol is higher, your body looks for dopameine, which it releases in response to eating sugary, sweet and high carb foods and this is the reason why emotional eating urges can feel stronger.

Everything is connected, this is also why willpower alone rarely works long term. You’re dealing with basic biology, not a lack of discipline on your part, please know ITS NOT YOUR FAULT

🌿The good news is that when you begin to understand what’s happening & why, you can work with your body instead of fighting it and this is one of the reasons I decided to have training as a menopause & emotional eating coach to implement alongside CBT & Hypnotherapy, to fully support you to understand the thoughts, feelings & behaviour that keep you stuck in the loop of wanting to change, the idea that you're going to self sabotage if it works, the guilt when it does nt work and so on.......

Alongside therapy, changes in sleep habits, hydration, nervous system regulation, eating patterns and stress management can make a significant difference to both your mental and physical health during peri-menopause.

💉Getting health checks done is one of the most practical forms of self-care there is. You may think you dont need them, they're not glamorous. But they ARE powerful 💥

Knowing your chlosterol, BP, BMI and heart attack/stroke risk is so very important, and it may just be the trigger you need to make those positice changes.

I'm pleased to say after being tested with Kirsty, my cholesterol is at a 3 & I have a heart age of 48, at 53 I'll take that 🫶

If you’ve been hovering over the idea of getting support because things feel harder than they used to, or you're curious to know your numbers consider this your nudge, get your appt booked with Kirsty Wellbeing

If you'd like support with the way you're feeling about yourself and are ready to make those changes, you can book a chat here ⬇️
https://theunclutteredmind.setmore.com

08/04/2026

🌸🪻🌷💐April is stress awareness month.

This morning my coffee is going cold, as I'm deep in a study day on neuroscience, nutrition, exercise and sleep… and it’s one of those moments where things start to make more sense.

When your brain perceives a threat, whether that’s a difficult conversation, a full inbox or your own thoughts running away with you, it activates your stress response.

Cortisol levels increase, your heart rate rises and your outward attention narrows. This response is designed to help you in short bursts, but it becomes exhausting when it stays switched on for too long.

Understanding this properly changes how you see yourself. You can stop labelling it as you not coping and start recognising what your nervous system is actually doing.

What's standing out again this morning is how much resilience is influenced by the basics which often get ignored.

🌿Your sleep affects how your brain processes emotions and how reactive you feel the next day.
The food you consume plays a big role in your energy levels and how stable your mood feels.
Movement helps your body calm your stress hormones and settle your nervous system.
When these areas are n't propely looked after for example poor sleeping habits, limited exercise & rubbish food and perhaps too much alcohol, your brain has to work much harder to manage everyday life.

♀️When they’re supported, things tend to feel clearer and more manageable.
If you’ve been feeling constantly on edge, there will be reasons for that. It is not a lack of personal strength or your willpower.

🌿So if you’ve been hovering over the booking button, consider this your sign to start understanding what your brain needs and how to work with it rather than against it.

01/04/2026

🐇💐The Easter holidays can change up your routine, perhaps its:

Later nights, more drinking & socialising, or feeling lonely and left out? Food is everywhere and chocolate is just within arm’s reach.

Are you wondering why your eating habits, moods and sleep feel all over the place? This is because your beautiful brain loves predictability, it helps you feel safe, calm and secure.

When you change routine & remove your everyday structure your nervous system searches for comfort & reassurance. When your hormones are all over the place and you struggle with emotional eating, often that shows up as grazing, or more urgent food cravings.

If you find yourself turning to food when you're feeling emotional or overwhelmed, it's helpful to stick to your regular routine as much as possible.. If that's not do-able try picking two anchors, it could be something like:
Getting up at the same time every day, whether it's the weekend and even if you're on holiday and stick to the same breakfast or lunch time. Because these little micro habits help to regulate your nervous system, digestion and your sleep patterns, all of which help towards keeping your hormones regulated.

🌿These micro habits help towards calming your stress response, letting your body know that you're safe, that you can trust yourself, which helps build your confidence and stabilise your emotions so you are less likely to snack or overeat.

✨️This might seem simple and boring, but its effective.

If the Easter holidays and changes in routine knock you sideways and you'd like support, book your consultation here

🔗https://theunclutteredmind.setmore.com

Claire

25/03/2026

🌿It's little things done consistently, that help your nervous system recalibrate & settle ✨️

23/03/2026

🌿Here's why

I can't =
I don't want to

and how to rewire your brain so you absolutely CAN ✨️

20/03/2026

Breast Cysts can become more prevalent during ♀️ peri-menopause, this is often not listed under 'symptoms to look out for' and can also apply to trans men if you have retained your ovaries (testosterone therapy can mask/surpress menopause symptoms).

Having had several 'scares', I think it's vitaly important to check yourself regularly for lumps and bumps, changes in texture or skin discolouration. Don't leave getting anything checked out due to fear.

🌿Please feel free to dm if you have any concerns or questions and don't want to ask publicly what screening, mammograms or cyst protocols include (there is a video below)⬇️.

Early detection is paramount with ANY health concerns. If you have a fear of Drs, hospitals, dentists etc, I am always happy to talk through how I can help you get through that door with confidence and calm✨️

Are you worried about having a mammogram? Have you missed a screening appointment or feel unsure?
Our breast screening unit will be at the ASDA store in Lowestoft from the beginning of April and we’re inviting those who are eligible for their three yearly mammograms.
If you have any questions and wish to contact us, please call 01493 452885. Our staff are here to help you decide.
For more information please visit; https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/what-happens-at-your-breast-screening-appointment/
You can view a video about what happens at a breast screening appointment here; https://youtu.be/LJElnobASeU?si=AIwfNqF6XkmgK7p2

17/03/2026

If you're new here, I'd just like to say Hi, I'm Claire King at 🌿The Uncluttered Mind and this is my message to all the peri- menopausal women out there ⬇️

If the over thinking that comes with anxiety, hormones & emotional eating is affecting your relationshops, work and self confidence, NOW is the time to step into your power✨️

As women, we often spend too much time putting everyone else first, couple this with fluctuating hormones and unrealiable sleeping patterns, it's no wonder you feel stroppy, overwhelmed and fed up. This affects the way you show up for yourself, your relationships and your work.

♀️Perimenopause does nt have to be a challenging time for you and you dont have to battle your way through!

The good news is that NOW is the perfect time to step into the best version of yourself, both mentally and physically with clarity and confidence.

So what qualifies me to professionally support you?
♀️ Being a woman who has had anxiety & going through peri-menopause myself is nt a good enough reason because we're all unique and so are our experiences. If anyone tells you thats enough, don't listen to them!
I am an accredited, certified Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist with diplomas in both Managing Menopause Naturally and Emotional Eating along with further training in treating Insomnia, habit reversal, stress & resilience, PTSd and trauma.

So, yes being a woman with lived experience helps towards empathy and understanding, but real evidence based, scientifically proven education and training are what actually matter.

If you'd like to know more, here's some details for you:

🌿 Website: www.theunclutteredmind.co.uk
📅 Book a session: theunclutteredmind.setmore.com
📧 Email: claire.uncluttered@gmail.com

08/03/2026

♀️It’s International Women’s Day today and it made me think about the women around me.
The ones who send a message out of the blue saying, “I was thinking about you today" and the ones who sit with you over a coffee and let you vent unashamedly for the 100th time, simply listening & not trying to fix anything.

The ones who remind you that you’re not going mad when life feels a bit overwhelming. Because us women are very good at that kind of quiet support.

We listen, we reassure, we pass on the wisdom we’ve picked up along the way. We remind each other that difficult phases pass, that hormones can play havoc with sleep and mood, and that feeling a bit wobbly sometimes doesn’t mean you’ve suddenly become a different person.

Life in our forties and fifties can feel like a strange transition. Children grow up, parents get older, hormones shift, sleep changes, and it’s very easy to start wondering where your old energy or confidence went.

The thing that seems to help most is honest conversations with other women who understand it. Not perfect advice. Not fixing everything. Just that moment of realising you’re not the only one feeling the way you do.

So today feels like a good excuse to reach out to a woman in your life who does that for you. Send her a message, make a plan for a that catch up, a walk, a coffee.

🌿Supporting each other makes this stage of life feel a lot easier.

Claire x