Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners Season 5 Episode 2 Lauren & Sarah and Emma & John
- March 22, 2016
- 46 min
Lauren and Sarah are two extremely clean individuals who have an obsession with keeping their homes in pristine condition. In this episode of Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners season 5, they team up to tackle each other's homes and clean them to a level of perfection that most people would find excessive.
The episode starts with Lauren visiting Sarah's home, a small apartment that is cluttered with a lot of personal possessions. Sarah admits that she has a hard time letting go of items that may have sentimental value to her, even if they no longer serve any purpose in her life. Lauren, who has a background in decluttering and organization, gets to work immediately, armed with trash bags and a no-nonsense attitude.
Together, the two women start tossing out items that are useless, old, or broken. Sarah struggles with letting go of some of her possessions, but Lauren encourages her to be practical and think about the benefits of having a more streamlined living space. Throughout the process, the two women share cleaning tips, bond over their shared obsession, and make considerable progress in making Sarah's home more livable.
Next, we meet Emma and John, two people with a very different obsession. They are both obsessed with cleaning, but they take it to an extreme level that involves using bleach on nearly every surface. Emma admits that she will spend hours bleaching her walls and ceilings, and John is known to bleach his car every week. They both recognize that their obsession is not healthy and that it takes up a considerable amount of their time and energy.
Enter the OCD Cleaner, Jasmine, who is tasked with helping Emma and John break their habit of excessive bleaching. Jasmine starts by explaining to them the dangers of inhaling bleach fumes and the potential harm it can cause to their health. Emma and John are receptive to Jasmine's advice, and they agree to try a less aggressive approach to cleaning.
Throughout the episode, we see Jasmine working with Emma and John to help them find a balance between keeping their home clean and not obsessing over every detail. Together, they tackle the bathroom and the kitchen, with Jasmine offering helpful advice on how to clean effectively without using excessive amounts of bleach.
At the end of the episode, we see both pairs of OCD cleaners marveling at the difference the day has made in their homes. Lauren and Sarah are thrilled to have decluttered and organized Sarah's apartment, and Emma and John have realized that they don't need to bleach everything to keep it clean. Overall, this episode is a testament to the power of teamwork and the willingness to let go of unhealthy habits for the sake of a happier, healthier life.