The letter discusses the struggle of a married couple, where both partners believe they have hoarding tendencies, leading to an overcrowded home. One partner seeks to address the issue through counseling, feeling overwhelmed by the clutter and fearing safety risks. Meanwhile, the other partner perceives the situation as manageable by stacking items in the basement. The advice suggests counseling, emphasizing the importance of addressing the underlying narratives surrounding hoarding to alleviate marital tension and promote individual self-improvement.
Counseling is a great first step, particularly a counselor who's trained in working with people who hoard.
The narrative that's escalating conflict between the two of you might be one that people who hoard often hear: Hoarding is wrong, and therefore you're bad.
Collection
[
|
...
]