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A Slob Comes Clean

354: Helping Others Declutter

Nov 24, 2022
This podcast episode focuses on helping others declutter, including guiding a loved one through the decluttering process, helping a grieving cousin and elderly clients declutter, and preparing for a move to a retirement community. They discuss strategies such as starting with trash, using the five-minute pickup method, and building trust with those being helped.
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Quick takeaways

  • Using the container concept can help create limits and reduce overwhelm when helping others declutter sentimental items.
  • When supporting someone who has experienced a loss and struggles with hoarding, it's important to be empathetic, start with less emotional areas, and let them set the pace.

Deep dives

Helping Others Declutter

Helping others declutter can be challenging, especially when they are emotionally attached to their belongings. One approach is to use the container concept, offering a designated space to keep sentimental items. For example, suggest creating a special box or shelf for journals and planners and selecting a few favorite ones to keep. This helps create limits and reduces the overwhelming feeling of getting rid of everything. Building trust and using a step-by-step process like the five-step decluttering method can also be helpful in guiding them through the process without judgment or pressure.

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