Are you just disorganized, or is it something more? Understanding the hoarding spectrum.

The word “hoarding” probably evokes a particular image, made more common by shows like Hoarders that highlight extreme examples. In reality, not...

How to Respond If a Loved One Dies by Suicide

Suicide is a difficult topic most people prefer to avoid altogether. Our societal aversion to the topic means most people don’t know what they need...

The 988 Lifeline: Where to Turn if You Are in Crisis

One of the most difficult parts about realizing you may be suicidal is feeling like you can’t talk to anyone about it. Whether out of shame,...

Calling in Reinforcements: Who Can Help You Deal With a Cluttered Home

What is stopping you from getting the clutter in your home under control? It might be that you’re overwhelmed—and that’s okay. Maintaining and...

Why Cutting the Clutter Really Does Have “Life-Changing Magic”

By now, most of us have heard of Marie Kondo’s famous book and Netflix series, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. It’s definitely nice to be...

Clutter-Free Home, Happy Pets: How to Maintain a Safe Environment

You have probably put serious consideration into your pets’ habitats. Whether you have a furry animal like a dog or cat or something scaly...

Spring Cleaning Made Simple: Easy Ways to Clean Your Space

Whether or not you’ve actually done it, spring cleaning is backed up by centuries of tradition. Many cultures bring a spring cleaning period into...

How to Keep Your House (Mostly) Clutter-Free with Kids

Clutter has a habit of creeping into all available spaces, especially in households with children. Clothes, toys, and food messes can pile up...

The 5 Levels of Hoarding: How Does Your House Rank?

Clutter is an everyday occurrence and there comes a point when we all need to clean up our messes. Leave things long enough, and we all start to fall...