#118 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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