About Me
My name is Emma Gleeson.
I am a writer, speaker, sustainability advocate and founder of decluttering business Give Up Yer Aul Tings.
I have a Masters in the History and Culture of Fashion from The London College of Fashion where my research focused on the psychology of our modern addiction to over-consumption which leaves so many people with bulging wardrobes but “nothing to wear.”
My first book Stuff Happens was recently published by Penguin in February 2021.
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My Book
Stuff Happens!
Can we break free from our attachment to always wanting more and more things and learn how to love what we already own?
I believe so, but no problem can find a long-term solution without looking at the root causes.
We need to properly understand why we feel so compelled to accumulate possessions. We need to recognise that this acquisitive way of life does not make us happy. We need to care about where our possessions come from, how they are made, and by whom. From there, real change can begin to take place.
My Work
Helping people and businesses adopt sustainable ways of living and working.
I provide help and support for individuals and consultancy services to corporate clients. Recently my work takes the form of sustainability workshops, talks and other activities.
I write and speak at events and seminars on topics including decluttering, sustainability, consumerism, and broader issues affecting women.
I also run swap shops and other events often in collaboration with my friends The Useless Project and Sing Along Social.
My Business
Give Up Yer Aul Tings
I founded the sustainable decluttering business Give Up Yer Aul Tings in 2015 to help people declutter their homes and organise their possessions. I continue to provide decluttering services to number of clients and share tips and advice on social media.
My aim is to gently encourage individuals and business to adopt more sustainable ways of living and working.