The Emotional Roots of Clutter: Understanding and Overcoming Resistance with Dr. Stacy Scott

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In this episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, Dr. Christine Li welcomes her guest Stacy Scott, an occupational therapist, feng shui expert, and decluttering specialist. Stacy shares her unique journey and insights on how personal trauma and subconscious patterns often manifest in our physical spaces as clutter. Through a blend of occupational therapy, feng shui, and personal healing, Stacy guides people to recalibrate their relationship with possessions by first addressing the emotional and psychological barriers they face. Tune in to learn how you too can transform your home into a sanctuary of safety and possibility, freeing yourself from the limiting beliefs that clutter can induce. Whether you're struggling to start your decluttering journey or seeking deeper understanding of your relationship with your space, this conversation is filled with invaluable wisdom and practical advice.

Timestamps:

00:03:22 – Stacy’s multifaceted background and approach to decluttering.

00:04:04 – Emotional and subconscious roots of resistance to decluttering.

00:05:45 – Stacy’s personal journey: from a chaotic home to balancing minimalism and feng shui.

00:12:33 – Stacy’s client approach: building internal safety and addressing emotional triggers.

00:15:52 – Helping clients process fear and feel safe internally, despite outside uncertainty.

00:17:18 – Changing definitions of “home” and new opportunities for living arrangements.

00:19:04 – Emphasis on reclaiming power, healing, and self-defined success.

00:22:44 – Stacy’s main takeaways:

1. It’s not your fault—challenge shame and beliefs about clutter.
2. Redefine home and success for yourself.

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The 10th round of the Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge begins September 8th. This fun, free, effective event will give you tools to not only get a handle on your clutter, but also show you how to reclaim the energy in your home, your mind, and your life.  Sign up at https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/challenge