Manage episode 517486217 series 3604449
Megs talks with her former client and friend, Carolyn Bettingfield, about decluttering later in life, moving through grief, and building self-trust one choice at a time. Carolyn shares how she emptied a decades-old storage unit, honored her late husband without keeping everything, and transformed a small apartment into a bright sanctuary filled with plants, art, and intentional memories like glowing uranium glass. They unpack common barriers such as all-or-nothing thinking, sentimental guilt, and notebook overwhelm, then offer gentle ADHD-friendly steps that actually stick. Expect practical ideas like labeling what matters, scanning photos, giving every item a clear home, and asking for help so you can make peace with the past and create a future that truly fits.
Timestamps
0:37 - The Journey of Decluttering
3:59 - Navigating Grief and Loss
5:58 - Health Challenges and Resilience
9:25- The Connection Between Stuff and Emotions
13:02 - Managing Plants and Overwhelm
15:55 - Organization Strategies for Clarity
18:32 - Organizing Thoughts and Notebooks
20:14 - Creating Effective Reminders
21:52 - Life Changes and Clutter Management
23:54 - Emotional Attachment to Possessions
25:48 - Letting Go and The Process of Organizing
27:25 - Empowerment in Decision Making
30:46 - Generational Perspective on Possessions
32:36 - The Ongoing Process of Life and Organization
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