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Manage episode 437010316 series 2903216
Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket
Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe
Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/
Today, I explore the reality of dehoarding. From the thrilling sense of accomplishment to the mundane, hard, and sometimes emotionally difficult aspects, I cover it all. Join me as I discuss the ups and downs of the journey and why loving the process isn't a requirement - getting it done is what counts.
- The Importance of Persistence and Commitment in Dehoarding
- The need to keep going even when it's not thrilling or empowering
- Embracing the mundane and boring aspects of dehoarding
- Understanding that progress is more important than loving every moment of the process
- Recognising that dehoarding can include both rewarding and difficult experiences
- Using reminders of the end goal to cope with the challenging days
- Compassion and Self-Care in the Dehoarding Process
- Embracing self-compassion during difficult dehoarding days
- Utilising self-care practices as a way to cope with the process
- Understanding the importance of acknowledging and validating difficult experiences
- Acknowledging the necessity of perseverance and consistent effort in dehoarding
- Coping with Mundane and Monotonous Aspects of Dehoarding
- Recognising the importance of routine in the dehoarding process
- Strategies and techniques to cope with monotony and boring tasks
- Understanding the difference between emotional highs and lows, and coping with routine tasks
- Utilising rewards and mindful strategies to cope with tedious dehoarding tasks
- Redefining Success in Dehoarding
- Understanding that success is measured by effort, home improvement, and personal pride
- Acknowledging that dehoarding progress is not always thrilling or enjoyable
- Embracing that progress is still progress, regardless of its size or level of excitement
- Challenging unrealistic expectations set by influencers and social media about dehoarding
- Action and Commitment Despite Feelings Towards Dehoarding
- Encouragement to take at least one step in the right direction, regardless of loving the process
- Embracing the idea that it's okay not to love dehoarding every minute
- Recognising that commitment to dehoarding is a significant achievement in itself
- Affirming the capability to create a space one feels at home in, despite the ups and downs of the journey
- Dehoarding doesn't have to feel thrilling.
- Difficulties come, but remember your purpose.
- Feeling overwhelmed is normal during the decluttering process, but progress matters more than celebrating every step.
- Self-care involves activities like hot baths, TV time, and walks, paired with self-compassion to be effective.
- Reward self, be mindful, focus on present, seek support, value effort over success.
- Embrace the journey, take steps forward.
161 episodes
Manage episode 437010316 series 2903216
Come to a Dehoarding Accountability Zoom Session: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ticket
Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe
Podcast show notes, links and transcript: http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/
Today, I explore the reality of dehoarding. From the thrilling sense of accomplishment to the mundane, hard, and sometimes emotionally difficult aspects, I cover it all. Join me as I discuss the ups and downs of the journey and why loving the process isn't a requirement - getting it done is what counts.
- The Importance of Persistence and Commitment in Dehoarding
- The need to keep going even when it's not thrilling or empowering
- Embracing the mundane and boring aspects of dehoarding
- Understanding that progress is more important than loving every moment of the process
- Recognising that dehoarding can include both rewarding and difficult experiences
- Using reminders of the end goal to cope with the challenging days
- Compassion and Self-Care in the Dehoarding Process
- Embracing self-compassion during difficult dehoarding days
- Utilising self-care practices as a way to cope with the process
- Understanding the importance of acknowledging and validating difficult experiences
- Acknowledging the necessity of perseverance and consistent effort in dehoarding
- Coping with Mundane and Monotonous Aspects of Dehoarding
- Recognising the importance of routine in the dehoarding process
- Strategies and techniques to cope with monotony and boring tasks
- Understanding the difference between emotional highs and lows, and coping with routine tasks
- Utilising rewards and mindful strategies to cope with tedious dehoarding tasks
- Redefining Success in Dehoarding
- Understanding that success is measured by effort, home improvement, and personal pride
- Acknowledging that dehoarding progress is not always thrilling or enjoyable
- Embracing that progress is still progress, regardless of its size or level of excitement
- Challenging unrealistic expectations set by influencers and social media about dehoarding
- Action and Commitment Despite Feelings Towards Dehoarding
- Encouragement to take at least one step in the right direction, regardless of loving the process
- Embracing the idea that it's okay not to love dehoarding every minute
- Recognising that commitment to dehoarding is a significant achievement in itself
- Affirming the capability to create a space one feels at home in, despite the ups and downs of the journey
- Dehoarding doesn't have to feel thrilling.
- Difficulties come, but remember your purpose.
- Feeling overwhelmed is normal during the decluttering process, but progress matters more than celebrating every step.
- Self-care involves activities like hot baths, TV time, and walks, paired with self-compassion to be effective.
- Reward self, be mindful, focus on present, seek support, value effort over success.
- Embrace the journey, take steps forward.
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