Got piles of laundry, mountains of dishes, and miles of mess? You’re not alone. Cleaning is a never-ending cycle. If you’ve ever felt guilt or frustration about keeping up with your home, this episode is for you. You’ll leave with a new way to think about chores, feel validated about the struggle, and have tools to help you take action in a way that feels good.

Host: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function and ADHD Coach

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Understanding the Overwhelm of House Chores
05:33 Reframing Cleaning Expectations
10:48 Identity and Cleaning: Changing the Narrative
16:43 Strategies for Managing Cleaning Overwhelm
23:09 Tools and Techniques for Effective Cleaning
27:24 Community Support and Resources for Cleaning Challenges
31:01 Outro

Resources Mentioned:

Coaching Membership: Stuck to Started
Stuck to Started Episode 9: The Secret to Goals That Stick
Goblin Tools: An AI tool recommended for breaking down tasks into manageable steps.
ChatGPT: resource for brainstorming and breaking down cleaning tasks, particularly helpful for ADHD-friendly approaches.

Connect with Sarah Lovell:

Website: Executive Functioning First
Email: sarah@executivefunctioningfirst.com
Instagram: @executivefunctioningfirst

Music by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational Background

Podcast edit by: Chelsea Koenigsknecht of KC Virtual, Instagram: @KC_Virtual

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