How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing

Evaluate the effectiveness of Davis’s “Five Things Tidying Method” in addressing the challenges faced by individuals with executive dysfunction. What other, similar methods might prove effective?

In what ways does the concept of “Rhythms Over Routines” challenge traditional time management strategies? How can it improve daily living for those struggling with mental health issues?

Compare and contrast Davis’s book with another self-help guide to household management, such as Marie Kondo’s The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. What are the similarities and differences in the authors’ approach? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?

How does the “Health at Every Size” (HAES) movement, as discussed by Davis, provide a more holistic understanding of health and wellness? What are the strengths and weaknesses of this approach?

How does Davis use of cognitive-behavioral techniques, such as reframing and self-compassion, to manage household chores? How does this perspective shift traditional views on productivity and self-worth?

Evaluate the implications of Davis’s stance on hiring help for household tasks. How does she challenge the stigma associated with outsourcing domestic labor?

Discuss the significance of Davis’s assertion that rest is a right, not a reward. How does this perspective influence approaches to self-care?

In what ways does Davis argue that “contributing is morally neutral”? How does this idea challenge conventional understandings of family dynamics and household responsibilities?