A gentle approach to cleaning and organising

How to Keep House While Drowning

An honest and compassionate exploration of the many traps that leave us feeling like we've failed, How to Keep House While Drowning is filled with hard-won advice that will change the way you view your space, your habits, and (most importantly) yourself.

Liz Fosslien & Mollie West Duffy, authors of No Hard Feelings and Big Feelings

A kind and understanding book to help us all feel a little better about ourselves and how we live. KC Davis's thoughtful approach to self-care for everybody comes at a time when the importance of "fair rest" feels more pressing than ever.

Helen Russell, bestselling author of The Year of Living Danishly

KC Davis is a licensed professional therapist, author, and speaker. She is the creator of the mental health platform Struggle Care, where she shares a revolutionary approach to self and home care for those dealing with mental health, physical illness, and hard seasons of life. KC's own home descended into chaos when she began suffering from anxiety and postnatal depression. She also received a late diagnosis of adult ADHD that shed additional light on why everyday care tasks were so difficult for her. Now she is a speaker and advocate for mental health and recovery. Professionally, KC has worked most of her career in the field of addiction in roles such a therapist, consultant, and executive director. She lives in Houston with her husband and two daughters.

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Simple tools to make home care easy when life is hard. 
 
When you are neurodivergent, have undiagnosed ADHD or are struggling with your mental or physical health, keeping on top of the laundry pile and tackling dishes in the sink can feel like climbing a mountain. But it doesn’t have to be that way. 
 
Licensed therapist KC Davis has been there. Having relearnt the basics of self-care after an adult diagnosis of ADHD, she is here to revolutionise the way you look after your home and your mind. This gentle guide to staying afloat when life is tough shares practical strategies to create a functional home, make your space work for you rather than against you, and treat yourself with more compassion and kindness. 
 
KC’s philosophy: good enough is perfect. With her help, your home will feel like a sanctuary again. 
 
‘A kind and understanding book to help us all feel a little better about ourselves and how we live’ Helen Russell, bestselling author of The Year of Living Danishly

KC Davis

How to Create Boundaries to Start, Strengthen or End Any Relationship

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'Brilliant book. Concise and easy to read. There's none of that extraneous waffle which makes other books so off putting. It's clear, straight to the point and extremely easy to apply' - Ann Russell, author of How to Save Money and How to Clean Everything 
 
 
From the acclaimed therapist, Tik Toker and author of the neurodivergent-friendly book How to Keep House While Drowning comes a groundbreaking exploration of relationships for all. 
 
IS LOVE CONDITIONAL? HOW DO YOU NAVIGATE A RELATIONSHIP WHEN SOMEONE’S BEST EFFORTS ARE CAUSING YOU PAIN? SHOULD YOU STAY OR LEAVE? 
 
In Who Deserves Your Love, licensed therapist and TikTok sensation KC Davis tackles these tough questions with warmth and insight. This practical guide explores how vulnerability and trauma shape our connections, offering tools to help you discern who truly deserves your time. With radical honesty and a compassionate touch, KC explores how: 
 
•Conflict can be a form of intimacy 
•Small moments strengthen relationships 
•Coping strategies around vulnerability foster stronger bonds 
•Emotional regulation and boundaries are essential 
•A relationship decision tree can empower your choices 
 
Packed with lists and diagrams to guide you through the complexities of love and relationships, this book is the clear and concise guide you need to find love and be loved – exactly as you are.

KC Davis

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