For many of us, finding a rhythm that makes any given task less overwhelming is worth way more than what may be considered a quicker way to get it done.
But getting started is sometimes the hardest part.
How do I move from feeling paralyzed by shame and overwhelmed to getting up and going to wash the dishes?
This is where finding a rhythm through playing mental games with yourself can motivate you to get up and take on the task with greater ease.
When my guest on tomorrow's podcast KC Davis, feels unmotivated to do house chores, she likes to pretend she is a world-renowned cleaning expert and everyone is watching her on television as one of her motivations.
Maybe your motivation is turning on some music and creating movement momentum by dancing through the tasks.
Or choose your favourite podcast or TV show to watch or listen to while working could be another.
How you find the motivation doesn't matter; it comes down to doing what it takes to get where you want to be - even if it is only in small, baby steps.
If you are ready to break through the belief that there must be something wrong with you that you can’t stay on top of your housework and learn effective ways to move through your daily chores with greater ease, tune into Get Real today, where I have the pleasure of interviewing the best-selling author of “How to Keep House While Drowning,” KC Davis.
Dr Friedemann's Key Takeaways:
Intro (00:00)
I Am A Worthy Person I Am Okay (2:47)
You Can Honor A Neurodivergent Without A Diagnosis (5:35)
Lazy Is Really Just The Description Of A Symptom (8:23)
We Can Make These Small Functional Upgrades In Our Home (15:33)
We Can Make Ourselves Feel Good Through Positive Talk (21:36)
How Do People Find Their Rhythm? (31:24)
Start With The Things That Seem Functional To You (39:20)
I Prefer Clean, But Not More Than I Prefer You Being Happy (46:09)
Everyone Deserves To Rest (49:35)
Treat Your Time And Energy As Finite (53:02)
Meet KC Davis
KC’s compassionate and practical approach to self and home care for those dealing with mental health, physical illness, and hard seasons of life has drawn over a million followers on social media in less than a year. Her book, “How to Keep House While Drowning'' has sold over 27,000 copies and is currently an Amazon bestseller.
KC Davis began her therapy journey at 16 when she entered treatment for drug addiction and mental health issues. After getting sober, she became a speaker and advocate for mental health and recovery. Professionally, KC has worked most of her career in the field of addiction in roles such as therapist, consultant, and executive director. She lives in Houston with her husband and two daughters.
Website: https://www.strugglecare.com/struggle-care
Instagram: @strugglecare
TikTok: @domesticblisters
Order KC's Latest Book: https://buff.ly/3vj4kPJ
Meet Dr Friedemann:
Friedemann Schaub, MD, PhD, is the award-winning author of The Fear + Anxiety Solution. Dr. Schaub has helped thousands of people with his Personal Breakthrough and Empowerment program to overcome their fear and anxiety by addressing the deeper, subconscious root causes of these emotional challenges.
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