The Minimalists
427 | Declutter Your Emotions
Jan 22, 2024
The Minimalists, experts in minimalism and decluttering, talk about emotional clutter, the dangers of being a “helper,” and whether hoarding is a form of procrastination. They discuss maintaining control of your space while moving an elderly parent or in-law into your home, teaching a partner to minimize, and their upcoming tour schedule.
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- Emotional clutter can arise from failed good deeds and requires self-reflection and learning from our choices.
- Hoarding and procrastination can be rooted in emotional clutter, but not all hoarding is driven by procrastination and requires tailored approaches for addressing it.
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Hidden Emotional Clutter: Dealing with the Consequences of a Good Deed
In this episode, the hosts address a listener's question about hidden emotional clutter that arose after a failed attempt at a good deed. They explore the emotional aspects of the situation, discussing how uncertainty, fear, and insecurity can clutter our thoughts and actions. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding our intentions and learning from the choices we make. They also highlight the need to let go of self-condemnation and focus on making future choices aligned with our values.
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