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The Mel Robbins Podcast

11 Crazy Facts About Laundry, Showering, & Getting the “Little Stuff” Done That Will Make You Laugh (and Prove You’re Doing Better Than You Think)

Sep 7, 2023
01:02:29
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The podcast explores the challenges of completing everyday tasks like laundry and dishes, and addresses the shame and psychological effects associated with neglecting self-care. It discusses reframing these tasks as acts of self-care and finding relaxation in a functional and beautiful space without tying self-worth to cleanliness. The episode also offers a five-step cleaning routine to avoid overwhelm and emphasizes the importance of self-compassion.
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Quick takeaways

  • Household chores and self-care tasks do not define our worth as individuals, and it is important to let go of shame and judgment associated with them.
  • During times of stress, our ability to complete simple tasks like showering or brushing teeth may be compromised, and it is okay to seek alternative approaches or accommodations.

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Shifting the Perspective on Household Chores and Self-Care

Household chores and self-care are often burdened by shame and judgment. We tend to believe that our ability to keep a clean house and take care of ourselves reflects our worthiness as individuals. However, it is important to realize that household chores and self-care tasks are morally neutral and do not define our value as human beings. External messaging, societal norms, and personal experiences have contributed to the moral weight we assign to these tasks. By stepping away from shame and embracing compassion, we can reframe our perspective and find ways to move past the overwhelming feeling and negative self-judgment.

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