#133 What to prioritise when you can only do the absolute basics

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Today, I talk about prioritising when you're facing a hoarding situation and can only manage the absolute basics, with guidance for people struggling with motivation, energy, and overwhelming emotions like depression or grief. Tackling the challenges of hoarding when feeling depleted, the episode explores practical ways to approach the situation. Tune in for strategies to navigate hoarding with compassion and practicality, understanding that even the smallest progress is a step forward.

• Prioritising tasks and setting realistic goals
• Identifying the most effective tasks with limited time and energy
• Being objective and evaluating what can be done with available energy
• Avoiding busywork and focusing on tasks that push the needle
• Adjusting high standards and expectations to avoid disappointment
• Finding motivation in something you care slightly about
• Identifying and prioritising safety concerns
• Setting tiny, achievable goals to avoid feeling like a failure
• Using the hummingbird method to set yourself up for success
• Opting for tasks that require less emotional energy and decision-making
• Making tasks easier and setting up for success
• Incorporating comfort TV or music to make tasks more manageable
• Establishing a single daily task
• Seeking help to understand the reasons behind challenges
• Exploring available options for support and improvement
• Setting up a reward system without resorting to purchasing items
• Practicing gentleness and self-compassion
• Overcoming obstacles and taking small steps
• Recognising that small progress is still progress
• Implementing tasks that take only a few minutes to accomplish
• Understanding that self-care can involve both urging yourself to do things and allowing yourself to rest
• Consider effective use of limited time and energy.
• Find one thing you care about.
• Being kind to your future self.
• Consider options for small impactful actions when lacking energy

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