Design Paralysis Is Real—Here’s How to Break Free
Why do we stay stuck in homes we know need change? From the emotional weight of clutter to the perfectionism that stops us from starting, this episode of Home Therapy dives deep into the mindset traps that hold us back.
Anita shares real stories, client breakthroughs, and bite-sized experiments that help you take just one step. From five-minute decluttering tricks to rethinking what your home "should" be, this is your gentle push to move forward—even if it’s messy.
💡Your home isn’t meant to be perfect. It’s meant to evolve with you.
KEY MOMENTS IN THIS EPISODE:
00:58 Introduction: Why We Get Stuck at Home
01:12 The Perfectionism Trap
01:38 Emotional Attachments to Our Home
02:09 Reframing and Experimenting
03:15 Real-Life Client Stories
04:32 Integrating All Parts of Yourself
05:27 Quick Tips for Decluttering
07:03 Dealing with Overwhelm and Spiraling
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