Hoardganize Podcast

Hey Collectors!  On this episode of the Hoardganize Podcast Lauren Williams and I discuss 3 barriers to decluttering. Tune in to hear what these barriers are and how you can help overcome them. Lauren is a seasoned organizing veteran who shares the same level of compassion as I do.  Resources: Lauren Williams: https://casualuncluttering.com/ FocusMate: https://www.focusmate.com/ ADHD-Informed Strategies for Tackling Clutter and Hoarding (with Michael Tompkins, Ph.D.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuOQpDNGeQQ CHADD https://chadd.org/ Hoarding Disorder for Laypeople (From Lauren's website)  I offer an introduction to hoarding disorder for laypeople, not medical or support professionals. It is excellent meal-and-learn or Hot Topic material by Zoom, or in-person if I'm in driving distance. I'm also delighted to develop this into a CE-eligible unit with guidance. The materials are customized by profession, and by location as possible. Please call me at 425-947-3976 or email me at [email protected] to discuss options. Train the Trainer I also provide Train the Trainer sessions, demonstrating basic organizing principles and teaching techniques to on-site helping professionals such as social workers, housing managers and case workers who can then transfer those skills to clients. These are also materials I am willing to develop into CE-eligible items with guidance. Please call me at 425-947-3976 or email me at [email protected] to discuss options.  

Hey Collectors! This episode is for the over the top predatory practice of QVC and other like sites. They take advantage of your lonliness and your pocket book. 🛍️ "Only 2 left!" 💳 "Easy Pay!" 📦 …Unopened boxes piling up? In my latest Hoardganize podcast episode, I dive into how QVC and home shopping networks use manipulative marketing to create clutter, debt, and even hoarding behavior. 🎧 If you or someone you love can't stop shopping but feels overwhelmed by the stuff—this one's for you. 👇 Listen now and start reclaiming your space. #Hoardganize #QVCAddiction #ClutterFreeLife #HoardingHelp #IntentionalLiving

Hey Collectors! Between a work injury and my mother passing away this summer has been way too fun! You never know what life has to bring you. Staying grateful!     

Dear Collectors! Please Save the Date! https://mentalhealthsf.formstack.com/forms/2025virtualhdconferencereg June 12 and 13, 2025 I will be speaking at 2:15 on Thursday. This event is FREE! Please support the MHASF and looking forward to seeing you there xoxoxo The 2025 Virtual Mini-Conference on Hoarding Behavior brings together experts in the field of Hoarding Disorder (HD) to discuss new research, share clinical insights, and explore approaches in treating HD. This conference is for individuals with lived experience, their family members, mental health professionals, researchers, clinicians, and any other parties interested. This event is hosted by the Hoarding Behavior Program at The Mental Health Association of San Francisco and funded by the City of San Francisco's Department of Disability and Aging Services. Here is the link to sign the petition to save the critical programs that help low income and senior collectors!  https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/save-the-hoarding-behavior-program-at-the-mental-health-association-of-san-francisco/  

Hey Collectors! In our last episode, we talked about the practical side of decluttering — having a plan, knowing where things go, and making space in your schedule. But today, we're going deeper. Because sometimes, the hardest clutter to clear out... isn't physical. It's emotional. Are you keeping items out of guilt, obligation, or fear? If you've ever held onto something because it reminds you of someone, or because you might need it "someday," or because it cost you a lot of money — this episode is for you.   Until next time,    Rachel xoxo