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- Dimensions
- 5.52 x 0.6 x 8.4 in
- Weight
- 2.31 lb
- Publisher
- Rodale Books
- Publication date
- November 13, 2012
- Edition
- Reprint
- Language
- English
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From the hit A&E show Hoarders, psychologist Dr. Robin Zasio shows readers how to take control of their stuff and de-clutter their lives. Recently, the once little-known condition of hoarding has become a household phrase-in part due to the popularity of the Emmy Award-winning television show Hoarders, which has captivated audiences with its stark and heartbreaking look at the people who suffer from this paralyzing condition. Contributing expert to Hoarders Dr. Robin Zasio believes that our fascination with hoarding stems from the fact that most of us fall somewhere on the hoarding continuum. In The Hoarder in You, Dr. Zasio shares behind-the-scenes stories from the show, including some of the most serious cases of hoarding that she's encountered-and explains how readers can learn from these extreme examples. She also shares psychological and practical advice for de-cluttering and organizing, including how to tame the emotional pull of acquiring additional things, make order out of chaos by getting a handle on cluter, and create an organizational system that reduces stress and anxiety. Read more
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| Publisher | Rodale Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | November 13, 2012 |
| Edition | Reprint |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1609618963 |
| ISBN-13 | 64 |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds |
| Dimensions | 5.52 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches |
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Very Helpful and Gave Great Advice
Format: Kindle
I had started watching Hoarders (as well as Hoarding: Buried Alive) when they first came out, and I’ve watched on and off over the years. Several months ago, I started binge watching Hoarders on Hulu and I really liked the experts (the therapists, organizers, etc). I’ve come to understand why people hoard, and how it is not just someone “being lazy” or “dirty”. It gave me a lot of empathy, and I recognized some patterns in myself. While I am not a hoarder and have a clean and (mostly) organized home, I recognized that I do have a hard time letting go of objects, whether it is because they have sentimental value or because I feel I can find a use for them. I also like to stock pile products I use regularly in order to cut back on making extra trips to the store. The COVID-19 pandemic triggered some of those tendencies to want to “stock up”, because no one could predict when we could get certain items. However it is now three years later, I haven’t had trouble getting products, and yet I still have more than I need. I also realized I am a sucker for a good deal, and will sometimes buy more than what I need because something is on sale, or the “free item with purchase” is tempting. This was creating a problem, in that I was having anxiety and dread over seeing all of the “stuff” tucked away in closets and shelves. While it wasn’t like what is shown on the show, it was still causing me mental stress and anxiety, and constantly nagging me. I did the usual, buying totes and organizers and in the end, all I was doing was rearranging and not solving the problem. I know this is supposed to be a book review, and I appreciate you reading this far. But I felt some background was necessary to explain how this book helped me. Dr. Robin Zasio broke down some of the psychology behind “hoarding” (to use a general term) and she went over the “whys” and the reasoning behind keeping objects, and how to change it. For me, I lead such a busy life that when I get home, I just want to relax and not deal with it. My problem was procrastination and decision making. I would also set unrealistic expectations and beat myself up mentally, and thought of myself as a failure every time I would open the closet door. I slowly started changing my mindset, and took Dr. Zasio’s advice. I would be at Target and see a sale, and then I would go through the steps in the book and make a decision and know it’s okay to not feel the need to buy something every time it’s a good deal. I also learned to set realistic goals; for example instead of cleaning out the entire closet, I am going to set aside one hour to do this one section. I made a plan and although it took a few months, I was able to purge my house of all unnecessary items and I feel so much better. I feel rewarded and I truly credit watching Hoarders and reading this book to help me make better decisions. I still slip up from time to time, but I am actively following her advice and I have found it to be freeing to let go. I apologize again for the lengthy review, but I enjoyed reading this book and I hope it helps you as much as it helped me!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2023 by Elizabeth G.
Could create a major shift in behavior for folks with too much clutter
Format: Kindle
I recently read The House We Grew Up In: A Novel by Lisa Jewell which I thoroughly enjoyed and it prompted me to pursue additional information on hoarding. While that book is fiction, it appeared to have been well researched and I wanted to read more on the subject. This book is by Robin Zasio (sorry to say I hadn't heard of her before as I have never watched the television show) who is a psychologist specializing in hoarding disorder. I thought she did an excellent job of presenting the material in a very conversational way and never fell into the dry textbook style that makes the reader feel like he/she is wading through a lot of data and trying to piece together what it all means. My belief is that this book isn't written as a self-help book for folks with a serious hoarding disorder, but is written for the friends and family of the hoarder as well as people who are clutterers or possibly on the border line with an actual disorder. People who are seriously affected by hoarding most likely don't recognize their problem (as is explained in the book) and aren't going to be picking up a book to research a problem they don't think they have. It is helpful to the friends or family as it explains quite a bit about the condition and how the hoarder views their "stuff" and the negative reaction they have to people trying to interfere and take away their precious possessions. Personally, I am not a hoarder but do have hoarding, cluttering tendencies coupled with a desire to live in a very uncluttered environment. Since these are diametrically opposed to each other, my mode of operation is to acquire items and create clutter piles followed by periods of purging when it all gets to be too much for my comfort. It's a bit like the binge/purge cycle in eating disorders - the healthy thing is to not to binge in the first place. Through this book, I have been able in recent days to look at what is behind my acquisition periods as well as my difficulty getting rid of things/paper/receipts/etc. which are loaded with emotion. I have come to believe that some of my issue is that I was raised with depression era parents who grew up with shortages and rationing -- they were forever impacted by this experience and I grew up thinking that you should keep everything that might be useful someday since it might not be available when you needed it otherwise. This book was of immense help in identifying the anxiety I feel about letting the "good deal" go or the item that still had life in it but I didn't need it any more. The author also addresses all the family stuff that gets passed on from parents and grandparents and the guilt that comes with not wanting it all and trying to get rid of it. Bottom line: An excellent book on a subject that isn't understood very well. Anyone who has more stuff or clutter in their lives than they are comfortable with would benefit from reading this and taking time for personal reflection.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2016 by Holly
Helpful book
Format: Paperback
I am not a hoarder. I bought this after reading the review about how it helped a reviewer with issues surrounding how to dispose of inherited items from deceased family members. I need help with this very issue. I have basically inherited a house filled with the belongings of three generations; my own, my mom's and my grand parents. Even though I can be hard nosed and capable of throwing things away, there is still guilt involved in disposing of things that belonged to loved ones. Additionally I am a collector with valuable collections that cannot simply be casually discarded. Because I want to move to another house in the near future, after I retire next year, it is imperative that I deal with the difficult issues that surround having so much stuff. Robin Zasio's book addresses all the issues involved and has helped me gain perspective and specific strategies to redirect my thinking processes in a way to enable me to cope with the tough decisions I have to make. I recommend this book. It is a short, 200 page, very easy read. I almost finished it in one sitting. It's well worth the $9 bucks or so I paid for it.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2018 by Freddy
Best self-help book ever!
Format: Paperback
I purchased this book after reading a rave review by Jane E. Brody of the New York Times, and am so glad I did! It is a quick read, enjoyable, but also jam-packed with helpful information. It is interesting to learn more about what separates hoarders from clutterers. The suggestions given for people who have trouble with clutter can be easily implemented, and yield wonderful results. Additionally it is especially helpful to learn about the underlying thoughts and feelings which contribute to the problem. The book can also be of great help to those who live with clutterers, or hoarders. It gives them a means of better understanding why the house looks the way it does...I was certainly very glad to share with my husband the tables on the least and most helpful things someone can say to a person who clutters/hoards. I have purchased quite a few books about this issue over the years. They were generally aimed at improving "organization", but as Dr. Zasio notes, that usually doesn't address the cause of the problem...and therefore doesn't result in lasting change. I never made it through any of those books because they either gave advice which seemed impossible to follow, or were boring and/or poorly written. I flew through The Hoarder in You: How to Live a Happier, Healthier, Uncluttered Life! I was entertained and found myself eager to try strategies as I learned of them. The anecdotes are poignant and humanize trouble with cluttering/hoarding--it seems to me that this especially allowed me to begin making real change. Our home looks better and I feel better about it. Of course I did the work and made many changes in the way I approach my "stuff"; however I must credit Robin Zasio and her wonderful little book for enabling me to do it! Now I recommend this book to everyone who even hints at having trouble with clutter.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2012 by Cyclist's Gal
Fast Read. . . But Makes You Think
Format: Hardcover
With the New Year, I wanted to try to tackle my habit of collecting things/cluttering. I find it extremely hard to get rid of papers, misc. fabric, and craft supplies. Although the book is a quick read, it was a great start to understand why I have so much anxiety getting rid of stuff. It's all about possible value and the potentiality of things. The papers are hard to get rid of, because on some level, I worry that "valuable" information will be lost--or maybe the IRS will even come to get me! With fabric and craft supplies, I can too easily see what COULD be made from it, whether or not I WILL make something from it. I am really trying to work on my thought and anxiety patterns. So now I know that my creative side is hampering me a bit--by visualizing a little too well what I could make, I hold on to things too long. I have been good about not buying more fabric until I make some clothes from what I have. Also, I recently went through my stash and got rid of two big bagfuls, one for Goodwill that has larger pieces and one amazingly went into the trash. It's a small start, but it is a start. I also liked that the tone was positive. A minor issue is that I could have wished for a little more constructive info or a game plan on working on these habits, (besides stopping to think about it), but I still give it 5 stars as I could read it without feeling horrible about myself. (I almost was too afraid to read it). Now if only I can figure out how to deal with my book collecting. . .
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Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2012 by Rebekah H.
Can't decide which is better
Format: Kindle
Don't get me wrong. The show is good, but for anyone wanting to put a definite boundary on the extreme conditions while still getting a feel for the topic will be pleasantly interested in this book. I read it in a few days but it has a good length to it. Definitely hefty with the info and well-stated. The writing itself was organized and complete and didn't miss a beat. The show touches on severe emotional issues for people living under extreme conditions, and this book doesn't make the assumption you hoard, but offers complete advice for a wide variety of clutter types, those of us who proceed with needless excuses for acquiring more than we need. I imagined myself helping a friend with a cluttered home while reading this, but I admit even though I have my things together and organized nicely over several years of learning, it's still a load on my back. I wonder sometimes how much easier it would be to let go of the old hobbies that I'm not practicing currently, thereby wiping out a ton of books, artwork, games, movies, memorabilia... This is an important topic for everyone to know about, and I hope this book is a success because it is well deserved.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2020 by Rian Meir: Parallel Opposites
Mostly a self-help book, but also some good insights.
Format: Kindle
Hoarding is one of those fascinating subjects, and also interesting because “hoarding” didn’t get an official framework until 1996 (according to the author). This book is strongest in the middle sections where the theories of hoarding get a scientific and psychological review. The opening chapters include a lot of summary that is mostly common sense. The ending chapters offer solutions to those perpetually stuck in clean-up mode. Overall, the book’s target audience is for those seeking help. I reached for it with an interest in how shopping urges and clean-out urges blend with lifestyle choices and emotional attachments. Why is there such a great feeling after cleaning out a closet? ...Or why does a day-after-Christmas sale at Macy’s entice you to arrive at 6am and physically vie for a bunch of damaged ornaments? This book offers some correlations so is thought-provoking. The audio book reader has a soothing voice but I felt it necessary to increase the narration speed.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2017 by W. Frazier
For anyone who has some clutter in their house
Format: Hardcover
Watching the Hoarders TV show always made me feel like I was okay because I wasn't that bad. I always like Dr. Zazio on the show. This book is for anyone who struggles with clutter. I bought this book because I inherited two households worth of furniture. At one time I had four coffee tables, 7 endtables, 4 china cabinets, two curio cabinets, and 24 lamps. I had 5 sets of china, 3 complete sets of pots and pans, 5 sets of silverware, teacup and teapot collections, blown glass collection, and hundreds of pieces of depression glass. I live by myself...I did not need all these things. I am extremely organized and everything is clean...but I'm tired of cleaning. But I didn't know how to part with them because I am so sentimental. Dr. Zazio helps with the sentimental attachment to things. So far I've been able to get rid of one set of tables, one set of pots and pans, 3 sets of china, and a few lamps. I also picked out only the pieces of depression glass that I want to collect, and I'm selling the others. It's a slow process, but highlighting and rereading the book helps.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2021 by NektarLover