That Hoarder: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding

#135 Don't know where to start? 31 things you can dehoard today

Listen Later

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribe

Podcast transcript: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-135-dont-know-where-to-start-31-things-you-can-dehoard-today/

Sometimes you want to get something done, but you just need somebody to tell you where to start, right? You need a nudge. Because if we have too much choice in front of us, it can become overwhelming.

  • Benefits of becoming a Dehoarding Darling supporter for the podcast
  • New feature on top of monthly update with recommendations, extra podcast episodes, a song, and a top tip
  • Feedback on the idea of a monthly Zoom call for accountability and task completion
  • 31 tasks to tackle hoarding, including specific items and areas
  • Clearing out old magazines and newspapers
  • Sorting and discarding empty boxes
  • Evaluating and recycling outdated electronic devices
  • Matching and storing Tupperware without lids or vice versa
  • Disposing of expired medication
  • Discarding old cosmetics and sunscreens
  • Evaluating old greeting cards for sentimental value
  • Getting rid of out-of-date food in fridges, kitchen cupboards, and freezers
  • Donating unread books
  • Testing and discarding non-functional pens
  • Releasing unused notebooks for others to use
  • Discarding single socks without a pair, old calendars, dead batteries, and promotional items
  • Unsubscribing from promotional emails
  • Discarding duplicate kitchen utensils
  • Decluttering clothing, jewellery, kitchen appliances, old receipts and bills, excess mugs and glasses, old towels and bedding, holiday decorations, unused hobby-related items, expired coupons and promotional flyers, and shoes
  • Asking serious questions about the usability of items
  • Downsizing items related to former hobbies
  • Expired coupons and promotional flyers
  • Being ruthless with old towels
  • Dispassionately evaluating holiday decorations
  • Decluttering shoes that are no longer worn
  • Creating space for necessary items
  • Getting rid of old shopping bags
  • Donating usable bags to charity shops or food banks
  • Encouragement to consider the 31 suggested decluttering tasks and taking action
  • Motivating listeners to initiate decluttering and organizing
  • Offering practical and achievable starting points for decluttering efforts
  • Engaging the audience in taking positive steps towards decluttering their spaces
  • Limiting clutter can lead to clarity.
  • Declutter chargers, cables, and old devices responsibly.
  • Keep meaningful greeting cards, discard the rest.
  • You deserve fresh, safe food
  • Donate books to libraries and charity organizations.
  • Unused appliances are space-wasters.
  • Reevaluate hobbies; downsize belongings for practicality.

    •  

    ...more
    View all episodesView all episodes
    Download on the App Store
    That Hoarder: Overcome Compulsive HoardingBy That Hoarder
    • 4.9
    • 4.9
    • 4.9
    • 4.9
    • 4.9

    4.9

    104 ratings

    More shows like That Hoarder: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding

    View all
    A Slob Comes Clean by Dana K. White: A Slob Comes Clean

    A Slob Comes Clean

    2,435 Listeners

    Clutter Free Academy by Kathi Lipp

    Clutter Free Academy

    407 Listeners

    The Minimalists by Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman

    The Minimalists

    10,143 Listeners

    ClutterBug - Organize, Clean and Transform your Home & Life by Clutterbug

    ClutterBug - Organize, Clean and Transform your Home & Life

    1,968 Listeners

    Sustainable Minimalists by Stephanie Seferian

    Sustainable Minimalists

    846 Listeners

    Millennial Minimalists by Kelly & Lauren

    Millennial Minimalists

    302 Listeners

    The Declutter Hub Podcast by The Declutter Hub

    The Declutter Hub Podcast

    214 Listeners

    Maximized Minimalist Podcast by Katy Wells

    Maximized Minimalist Podcast

    894 Listeners

    Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos by Deanna Yates | Professional Organizer, Decluttering Coach, Wannabe Minimalist

    Wannabe Clutter Free | Declutter, Organize, Calm the Chaos

    350 Listeners

    Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting by Dr. Lisa Damour/Good Trouble Productions

    Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting

    813 Listeners

    Declutter Your Chaos - Minimalism, Decluttering, Home Organization by Amber Cammidge, Decluttering Coach, Professional Organizer

    Declutter Your Chaos - Minimalism, Decluttering, Home Organization

    267 Listeners

    Struggle Care by KC Davis

    Struggle Care

    741 Listeners

    At Peace Parents™ Podcast by Casey

    At Peace Parents™ Podcast

    334 Listeners

    The Art of Decluttering by Amy Revell

    The Art of Decluttering

    90 Listeners

    Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living by Cloud10

    Paring Down: Realistic minimalism, decluttering, & intentional living

    188 Listeners