012 - Decluttering when depressed - part one

Send me a text message about this podcast SummaryIn this episode, the host discusses strategies for decluttering while dealing with depression. She shares her personal experience with depression and how decluttering has improved her mental health. The different types of depression, including situational and chemical depression, are explored. The impact of decluttering on mental health is emphasised, highlighting the importance of creating a calming and safe space. The host also provides tips for decluttering during a blip and suggests easy throwaway tasks that can be done to make life easier. Various areas for decluttering, such as digital clutter, the bathroom, the car, and the kitchen, are discussed. The episode concludes with a reminder to take small steps and do what makes life easier for the future self.TakeawaysDecluttering can support mental health by creating a calming and safe space.Different types of depression require different approaches to decluttering.During a blip of depression, focus on small, easy throwaway tasks to make life easier.Areas for decluttering include digital clutter, the bathroom, the car, and the kitchen.Chapters00:00Introduction and Trigger Warning00:58Personal Experience with Depression02:26Different Types of Depression03:49The Impact of Decluttering on Mental Health05:16Emotional Attachment to Items06:44Approaches to Decluttering Based on Depression Type08:10Productivity Tips for Decluttering During a Blip09:35Easy Throwaway Tasks for Decluttering12:58Digital Decluttering13:57Decluttering in the Bathroom15:11Decluttering in the Car15:40Matching Socks and Other Small Tasks16:09Decluttering the Kitchen17:26Preparing for Tomorrow18:22Conclusion Support the showIf you'd like to say 'Thank you', by buying me a virtual coffee (it'll actually buy me a cup of tea!), you can do so HERE. It will mean I can afford to continue to give help for free and continue with this podcast.Get started with my Zoning and Getting Started Workshop, everything you need to know on how to get started and have the best success when decluttering.Join my free Declutter Community for real support, tips and advice from Heather and other Untanglers that are just like you!Follow me on FacebookBuy my Declutter Your Home Planner from Amazon to start to declutter your home yourself! (affiliate link)Grab my current freebies to support a cleaner, tidier home.Follow me on instagramFeel free to email me: [email protected] Please note, I may not be able to reply, but do read all emails to me and appreciate them massively.