hoarding

Low Contact is a Viable Option for the #AKOPTH in Hoarding Situations

Hoarding is not a rational situation and it can be exhausting, confounding and disturbing to deal with.  The societal expectation that we are to “help our parents” is alive and well. However this expectation often doesn’t take into account the difficult relationships many families struggle with.  The norm doesn’t really look at the trauma a

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What if a Mother\’s Day Card Is Hard To Buy?

As we wander toward another Mother’s Day it is valuable to note that not everyone can easily grab a card off the rack. For some not much thought is needed, grab a pretty one with a relatively nice sentiment and pop it in the mail. Easy peasy. Others struggle to find a card that actually

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Social Distancing-Low Contact-No Contact

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 environments. -Some of us have recovered from toxic relationships. -Some of us actively seek quiet, solitude and simplicity. One of my favorite recent learnings is

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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 drop by, we may only greet visitors at the door. It’s possible that what was once “just clutter” has now

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