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Chasing Life

Is There Such a Thing as the Organized Brain?

Nov 28, 2023
Therapist KC Davis discusses the link between messiness and mental health, sharing practical tips on tackling clutter from her book. The podcast explores the concept of executive functioning and its impact on task performance. It also discusses the effects of tidying up on mental health and provides practical solutions for maintaining a clean and organized home. The episode concludes with reflections on self-care and a preview of the next episode on forgiveness.
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Quick takeaways

  • Releasing shame associated with messiness is crucial for productivity and reducing anxiety.
  • Understanding the impact of executive functioning challenges and finding strategies that work with individual brain functions can improve task completion.

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Overcoming Challenges During the Pandemic

The podcast episode features Casey Davis, a licensed therapist and mom, sharing her personal story of how her plans for support after giving birth during the pandemic fell through, leading to a decline in her mental health. She turned to TikTok to document her chaos and offer tips for reducing overwhelm. The response was overwhelming, as many people related to her struggles. Casey emphasizes the importance of releasing shame associated with messiness and disorganization, as it can hinder productivity and contribute to anxiety. By breaking tasks into small, manageable steps and finding strategies that work with individual brain functioning, she suggests that even messy people can learn to organize and clean effectively.

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