Friday Nov 24, 2023

Can we use AI to help us dehoard? Is it just hype or a promising solution?

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In today's episode, I dive into the topic of using AI to help us dehoard. I have some skepticism about AI and its ability to assist with decluttering. However, after exploring various AI options I share my findings and experiences with these tools. From providing tips and schedules to even taking on personas like Dolly Parton, AI can offer some assistance in the decluttering process. I also discuss the use of AI voice assistants and AI-driven coaching, discussing their potential benefits and my concerns. Join me as I explore the strengths and weaknesses of using AI as a tool in decluttering and dehoarding.


  • Mixed results with AI
  • AI voice assistance for dehoarding tasks.
  • Privacy concerns, limited effectiveness of chatbots.
  • Fact-checking is better done personally.
  • AI decluttering apps listed by Bard didn't exist
  • Bard provided good breakdown of timings in real-world context
  • ChatGPT and Bard can expand on previous answers.
  • Streamline decluttering, prioritise tasks, and explore personas with Chat GPT and Bard.
  • I used an AI tool to mimic Dolly Parton's style for a video.
  • AI voice assistants like Siri, Google, and Alexa can help with tasks like playing music and organizing, allowing users to have conversations and make requests
  • AI chatbots cannot provide the same support as humans
  • Privacy concerns and lack of trust.
  • Not ruling them out completely,but cautious about therapy-oriented bots
  • Asking specific questions can yield better results.
  • Skepticism about using AI for dehoarding
  • Not wanting to just repeat what others have said
  • Description of AI bot
  • Conversation with the AI bot
  • Critique of the AI bot's advice
  • Description of ChatGPT and Bard as AI tools
  • Tips for using ChatGPT and Bard effectively
  • Comparison of their capabilities with decluttering
  • Limitations and challenges with specificity and relevance to hoarding
  • Benefits of using voice assistants for organizing and task management
  • Examples of tasks voice assistants can help with
  • AI-driven coaching and therapy
  • Potential benefits and use cases
  • Concerns about privacy, emotional support, and effectiveness
  • Strengths and weaknesses of using AI for dehoarding
  • Personal observations on specific tasks AI is good at, such as scheduling
  • Mention of AI's limitations, imaginary recommendations, and the need for skepticism


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