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Ep. 197 - Why We Keep Things “Just in Case”: The Brain Science Behind Extra Stuff

Category: Education
Duration: 00:07:00
Publish Date: 2026-02-06 11:00:00
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 Why do we keep things “just in case” — even when they quietly drain our space, attention, and energy? In this episode we will look at how our brain uses familiarity, categorizing, and uncertainty to delay decisions—and why keeping items for “someday” often costs more mental energy than you realize. You’ll learn a simple, brain-friendly way to re-evaluate what deserves your space so you can reduce background stress and make room for what truly supports you.  
 

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Ep. 169: Too Much Stuff? How to Start (Slowly)

https://youtu.be/3Tz7qjYXAFE

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