Right now of course this is a necessary topic of discussion. -Some of us are not new to this idea. -Some people identify as introverts. -Some people choose peaceful home …
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Hoarding Can Lead to Isolation & Missed Connections
Excessive clutter or even just some clutter can lead to social isolation. If we have too much stuff we may no longer feel comfortable with inviting people over. We may stop asking our friends to …
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The Trauma in Generational Hoarding
I met my great aunt when I was 13 years old. She lived in the old farmhouse where she and her siblings had grown up in a small farm town in Kansas. I remember that we had to call ahead to let her know …
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No More Harmful Advice For The #AKOPTH
It is sad to learn that I am not the only recipient of misguided advice when it comes to dealing with our parents or people that hoard. Far too many people & entities are jumping on the …
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Hoarding Solutions Workshop!
Are you facing a hoarding situation? Do you need tools & resources to intervene? We can help with that! I am pleased to offer the Hoarding Solutions Workshop on Saturday, August 17, …
The Silence in Hoarding
Silence in hoarding appears to be enabling. By giving no firm requirements to seek help, or treatment or emphasis on clutter reduction; the person who hoards remains mired in the mess. They have no …