48 | Conquer Your Clutter Part 2: The Practical Trap
Have you ever felt the walls of your home closing in, not because the space is shrinking, but because the stuff keeps growing? This latest episode is the second in a 3 part series that tackles the beast of clutter from a practical perspective, offering guidance and psychological insights to help you streamline your space.
We delve into the mental blocks that keep us from discarding items we don't need, like the all-too-familiar "I might need this someday" thought pattern. By understanding the endowment effect and loss aversion, we empower ourselves to make rational decisions about what stays and what goes. And for those special needs parents out there, I provide tailored advice to make your living environment as stress-free and functional as possible.
Fellow professional organizer, Kate Bosch, wrote a great blog post about these "Sticking Points" or "Traps" that keep us from letting go of the clutter in our lives. Please check her out here:
https://www.katebosch.org/
Hey! Are you a parent of a loved one with a disability? Have you ever wanted to be on a podcast? Then I want to hear from you! Literally! Send me an audio message that I can include in an upcoming special episode.
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And finally, if you have been wondering how long you need to keep certain documents, whether its a utility bill, and IEP, medical records, or an insurance policy, I have a quick and accessible one-page document for you to download that shares exactly how long you should be holding on to these items and when you can let them go (e.g. shred and/or recycle.)
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