The Inc. Magazine and Military Entrepreneur Program provide great opportunities for us military entrepreneurs to learn new things and connect with other successful folks in business! Learning about this program and being invited to attend these events has changed my perspective forever! In 2016 I had the opportunity to attend the Seattle ICONIC Tour and […]
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How is it conceivable that a multitude of conferences can be held on the issue of hoarding and minimal to NO discussion is done on how hoarding impacts the WHOLE FAMILY? It seems that the sole focus is on the person that hoards, their wounds, their injuries, their stuff and their need to control every
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When you are facing your parents hoarding situation, it can really be difficult. A few of my own responses have been tears, sighing and wondering how the hell you are supposed to do something helpful or useful. If you are looking for some relief and perspective, here are some things that have worked for me.
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On my recent trip home, I was the very last vehicle to be loaded on the ferry. As we were returning to our cars; a lady asked if she could take a photo of my bumper sticker. I have had this sticker on for a couple of years, it says, “Hoarding Hurts” and www.childrenofhoarders.com. She
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Technically hoarding has a very specific definition. The Mayo Clinic states this: “Hoarding disorder is a persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions because of a perceived need to save them. A person with hoarding disorder experiences distress at the thought of getting rid of the items. Excessive accumulation of items, regardless of actual value,
I see a lot of discussions about folks just wanting “one room” that they can have clutter free within their own homes. Often homes where they foot the bill for everything, but are relegated to hiding out in their one clutter free room. Why should the “non-hoarding” person be forced into only one room that
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Are you a young person living in a hoarded home? Do you feel utterly alone and at your wits end with the issues in the house? First and foremost, know that you are not alone! I myself am a survivor and thriver that knows EXACTLY what it’s like to move through the chaos of growing
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The following articles are provided for your convenience on the issue of hoarding. If you have any questions, please let me know! We are working hard to change the dialogue on the issue of hoarding and #AKOPTH. What questions can we answer for you? http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/life/on-a-mission-to-help-hoarders/ https://issuu.com/WhidbeyLocal/docs/10.01_january_4__2018-web http://whidbeydailynews.com/2016/06/oak-harbor-woman-sheds-light-on-hoarding/ http://whidbeydailynews.com/2015/10/freeland-seminar-to-shed-light-on-hoarding/ https://issuu.com/whidbeylocal/docs/9.40_october_5__2017-web
As the #AKOPTH, Adult Kid of Parents That Hoard there are a number of things that we become grateful for. They may seem odd or random or down right weird as heck. In truth, the reality is that I have much to be grateful for. Even though the hoarding situation for my parent is about
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