That Hoarder: Overcome Compulsive Hoarding

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ If you’re facing the frustration of knowing where your things belong but just can’t access your shelves or cupboards because there’s too much in the way, this episode is for you. I break down why piling things up with good intentions doesn’t actually solve anything, why decluttering comes before organising, and share honest strategies for making actual progress when your home feels overwhelming. Links Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ In this episode, I talk about the idea of "acting as if" - taking action before you fully believe you can, and using that to chip away at compulsive hoarding behaviours. I share stories from my own life, including how channelling others’ confidence helped me move through paralysing shyness, and how small steps can help shift thinking around possessions and habits. It’s all about behaving your way to progress, even when your feelings haven’t caught up yet. Listen in to find out more, including how to go about it without burning out or being retraumatised. Links Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ I am full of germs and even huskier than usual, so this week, enjoy this fascinating conversation with Dr Jan Eppingstall, where we talk about hoarding disorder vs Diogenes syndrome vs squalor vs disposophobia vs syllogomania vs Plyushkin Syndrome vs Havisham Syndrome! Phew! You can get the full show notes and transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-116-hoarding-vs-squalor-vs-diogenes-syndrome-with-dr-jan-eppingstall/

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Many of us hoard because we believe we’re making ourselves ready for anything life throws at us, but the reality is that no amount of “just in case” clutter can truly prepare us for every scenario. In this episode, I break down the myth of preparedness, explore how hoarding can actually make us less equipped for real emergencies, and talk about why resourcefulness matters much more than having piles of stuff. Links Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ This week, let's revisit a brilliant conversation I had with money coach Paige Pritchard all about overspending, compulsive shopping, and resisting the urge to binge buy. Get the full show notes and transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-127-overcoming-overspending-with-paige-pritchard-money-coach/

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Reflecting on the journey from my terrified first recording to episode 200, I am talking today how speaking out brought connection, understanding, and a community I never thought possible. This episode is a letter to my past self, and it’s also to you. It’s honest about what’s changed, what’s still hard, and the unexpected power of not being alone. If you’re struggling too, know you’re part of something bigger here. Links Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Hoarding is far more complicated than just clutter - there are layers upon layers, from the visible stacks of possessions to the hidden emotional weight, old identities, and tangled feelings of shame and secrecy. In this episode, I talk through what these layers actually look like, why they make healing and recovery so tough, and how recognising them can help us start to move forward. It’s about giving an honest look at how hoarding really is, and offering a bit of encouragement and understanding for anyone living with it. Links Carolyn SpringAccountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Today I’m talking about how being intentional - basically doing things on purpose rather than on autopilot - can genuinely reshape how we deal with hoarding and our stuff. I’ll share how intentionality helps us pause, make better decisions, and treat ourselves with more compassion, rather than reacting on impulse or out of habit. Plus, I’ll look at how setting small boundaries and choosing to rest on purpose can all be important aspects of real, lasting change. Links Episode about letting yourself half-arse it (#192)Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Today I’m talking about what it really takes to stick to our dehoarding decisions - how to resist urges, tolerate discomfort, and actually follow through, even when it’s tough. I’ll share why holding our nerve matters, what gets in the way, and some strategies to help avoid falling back into old patterns. Plus, there’s a practical top tip at the end to help boost your self-care this month. Links Podcast ep 196: Trusting our future selves to be resourceful with Dr Jan EppingstallPodcast episode 174: How to feel grounded when we’re overwhelmed or dysregulated using ventral vagal spaces and touchstones, with Dr Jan EppingstallPodcast ep 49: Sitting with discomfort: distress tolerance and hoarding – How unconscious distress avoidance might be worsening your problemsPodcast ep 190: What if we forgive ourselves, but now we know better, we do better? Choosing compassion over shame in hoarding disorderPodcast ep 130: Loneliness and hoarding with Vassia Sarantopoulou: build human connections and combat hoarding-related shameAction for Happiness calendarAccountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ This episode, I’m joined by Dr Jan Eppingstall to talk about why so many of us who hoard struggle to trust our future selves to cope without keeping everything “just in case.” We get into how doubts about our own resourcefulness and fears about scarcity keep us stuck, and share practical ways to build confidence in our ability to handle whatever comes next. If you’ve ever worried you won’t manage without every single spare part or backup item, this conversation’s for you. Links The Ru Kotryna Instagram post that inspired this episodePodcast ep 183: ADHD, executive dysfunction and creating hacks and systems to reduce clutter chaos, with Carrie LagerstedtAccountability Booking FormDr Jan Eppingstall at Stuffologyhttps://www.facebook.com/stuffologyconsulting/https://twitter.com/stuff_ologyhttps://www.instagram.com/stuff_ology/Dr Jan Eppingstall on PinterestOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

I really hope to be back with new episodes for you next week but, in the meantime, enjoy this incredible conversation with Dr Jan Eppingstall all about executive function, executive dysfunction, and hoarding. Find the show notes and episode transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-112-executive-function-executive-dysfunction-and-hoarding-with-dr-jan-eppingstall/ http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/

Today, as we go into the weekend (and it's a long weekend here in the UK), get some ideas for weekend-shaped dehoarding tasks you can really get your teeth into. Find the full show notes and transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-90-23-dehoarding-tasks-you-can-achieve-in-a-weekend/ http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/

"Really early on, I was like, this isn't about the stuff. This just isn't about the stuff." - Tracy McCubbin. Today, we’re revisiting this episode with podcast favourite Tracy McCubbin, about being the child of a hoarder and becoming a professional organiser. Find the full show notes and transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-78-from-child-of-a-hoarder-to-professional-organiser-an-interview-with-tracy-mccubbin/ http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Today, we’re revisiting this episode with the inimitable Dr Jan Eppingstall about how grief, bereavement and loss are often knitted into hoarding disorder. Find the full show notes and transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-63-grief-and-loss-and-hoarding-with-dr-jan-eppingstall-of-stuffology/

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Today, we're revisiting this episode with the wonderful Jo Cooke from Hoarding Disorders UK about chronic disorganisation, what it has in common with hoarding, and how it differs. Find the full show notes and transcript here: https://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podcast-ep-139-chronic-disorganisation-with-jo-cooke-of-hoarding-disorders-uk/

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Why is it so hard to deal with uncertainty, and what does that have to do with hoarding? This week I’m joined by Dr Jan Eppingstall to unpack how our brains handle ambiguity, why fear of making mistakes can keep us stuck, and how intolerance of uncertainty feeds into hoarding behaviours. We break down practical ways to build up your tolerance for not knowing and share some strategies that might actually make a difference. Links Exploring Humanity’s Relationship to Uncertainty with Elizabeth Weingarten Podcast ep 49: Sitting with discomfort: distress tolerance and hoarding – How unconscious distress avoidance might be worsening your problemsPodcast ep 190: What if we forgive ourselves, but now we know better, we do better? Choosing compassion over shame in hoarding disorderPodcast ep 182: What are “towards and away moves” and what on earth do they have to do with hoarding recovery? With Dr Jan EppingstallPodcast ep 127: Overcoming overspending with Paige Pritchard, Money CoachAccountability Booking FormDr Jan Eppingstall at Stuffologyhttps://www.facebook.com/stuffologyconsulting/https://twitter.com/stuff_ologyhttps://www.instagram.com/stuff_ology/Dr Jan Eppingstall on PinterestOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Today, let's revisit this episode with 31 things you can dehoard today if you're stuck and don't know where to start. You can find the full episode transcript and show notes here.

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Transformation and comfort rarely go hand in hand, especially when it comes to overcoming compulsive hoarding. In this episode, I talk honestly about why making real change means facing discomfort, based on a quote from Healing Justice London that “transformation and comfort do not live in the same house”. I challenge us to identify the difference between familiarity and comfort, and share practical ways to push through those tough moments - because growth comes from getting a bit uncomfortable. If you’re tired of mistaking chaos for comfort, this one’s for you. Links Podcast ep 190: What if we forgive ourselves, but now we know better, we do better? Choosing compassion over shame in hoarding disorderPodcast ep 49: Sitting with discomfort: distress tolerance and hoarding – How unconscious distress avoidance might be worsening your problemsPodcast ep 70: Resilience and hoarding with Dr Jan Eppingstall of StuffologyEnough, the PodcastAccountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here Buy your copy of Everything You Need to Know About Hoarding by Dr Lynne Drummond at cambridge.org/EverythingHoarding, and get 20% off with the discount code HOARDING20. #ad

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ In this episode, I unpack the myth of laziness and why it’s such a damaging label for people with hoarding disorder. I’ll break down how blaming ourselves or others for being “lazy” ignores the real barriers - like overwhelm, poor mental health, executive dysfunction and more - and just piles on more shame. Let’s get honest about what’s actually holding us back and why reframing this idea matters. Buy your copy of Everything You Need to Know About Hoarding by Dr Lynne Drummond at cambridge.org/EverythingHoarding, and get 20% off with the discount code HOARDING20. #ad Links Podcast ep 57: Are hoarders lazy? I think you’d be surprised…Podcast ep 82: Dehoarding when you’re drowning with KC Davis of Struggle CarePodcast ep 112: Executive function, executive dysfunction and hoarding with Dr Jan EppingstallPodcast ep 186: 10 executive dysfunction tips and tricks to help people who hoard, whether we have ADHD or are neurodivergent or not – Hoarding Awareness Week 2025Podcast ep 183: ADHD, executive dysfunction and creating hacks and systems to reduce clutter chaos, with Carrie LagerstedtPodcast ep 162: From Fibble to Focus: Defibble your executive dysfunction with Jo CavalotPodcast ep 188: 12 ways to make decision-making easier (and why people who hoard find it so hard to make decisions in the first place!)Podcast ep 139: Chronic disorganisation with Jo Cooke of Hoarding Disorders UKPodcast ep 107: Things that look like hoarding but aren’t: ADHD, depression, autism, OCD, OCPD and moreEnough, the Podcast Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here

http://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/tickethttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/subscribehttp://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/ Today I’m talking about why letting yourself make mistakes - like running out of everyday items or doing things imperfectly - can actually help if you’re struggling with hoarding. From challenging perfectionism to rethinking the fear of scarcity, I’ll share how embracing messiness can move us forward. Plus, I’ll offer practical ideas for easing those fears and making progress, one small, imperfect step at a time. Buy your copy of Everything You Need to Know About Hoarding by Dr Lynne Drummond at cambridge.org/EverythingHoarding, and get 20% off with the discount code HOARDING20. #ad Links Accountability Booking FormOvercome Compulsive HoardingBecome a Dehoarding DarlingSubmit a topic for the podcast to coverhttps://www.overcomecompulsivehoarding.co.uk/podquestions@thathoarderpodcast@ThatHoarder@ThatHoarder@mastodon.online@thathoarderpodcastOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderThat HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That HoarderOvercome Compulsive Hoarding with That Hoarder subredditSupport this projectSponsor the podcast Subscribe to the podcast Subscribe to the podcast here