On a previous episode, 163. The Psychological Benefits of Cleanliness and Organization, Colette shares the psychological impact of cleanliness and organization, highlighting various studies that support the notion that a tidy environment improves mental well-being. In doing the research for that episode Colette found profound research by Dn. Joseph R. Ferrari, Ph.D. and reached out to him to share his expertise on the show.

On this episode Dr. Ferrari joins Colette and shares his vast knowledge on the subject, his research, his findings and the psychological roots of why we accumulate clutter, why it’s so challenging to manage, and the powerful ways it impacts our homes and offices.

Dr. Ferrari explains the differences between clutter and hoarding, practical strategies to tackle physical clutter, actionable methods for moving beyond the past, creating a positive legacy, and building a clutter-free environment.

Episode Highlights:

00:30 Dn. Joseph R. Ferrari, Ph.D. his New York roots and Academic Journey
04:47 Exploring Procrastination and Its Psychological Roots
06:26 Clutter and Its Impact on Personal Well-being
16:44 Overcoming Barriers to Decluttering
20:50 Practical Decluttering Tips for Key Spaces
24:26 Mental Challenges Beyond Biological Factors
33:06 Identifying Different Types of Declutterers
36:13 Legacy, Letting Go, and Moving Forward

About the expert: Dn. Joseph Ferrari, PhD:
Deacon Joseph Ferrari, PhD, is a professor of psychology and Saint Vincent DePaul Distinguished Professor at DePaul University in Chicago. He is a leading expert on the study of chronic procrastination and, more recently, of clutter. Ferrari studies the psychology of clutter, including why we accumulate it, how it affects our mental health, and the link between clutter and procrastination. He has published more than 400 scholarly articles and 35 books and book chapters, and is a fellow in six professional organizations, including APA. Ferrari is also a permanent deacon in the Catholic Diocese of Joliet, Illinois.

Still Procrastinating with Dr. Ferrari

Deacon Joseph Ferrari, PhD Vincent de Paul Professor, Psychology, Community Psychology

Dr. Ferrari’s book “Still Procrastinating? The No Regrets Guide to Getting It Done”

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Colette