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The Hoarder in You: How to Live a Happier, Healthier, Uncluttered Life

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Item Weight : 10 ounces


Paperback : 240 pages


ISBN-10 : 1609618963


ISBN-13 : 64


Dimensions : 5.57 x 0.62 x 8.38 inches


Publisher : Rodale Books; Reprint edition (November 13, 2012)


Language: English


Best Sellers Rank: #299,876 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #44 in Hoarding Addiction & Recovery #142 in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder #213 in Compulsive Behavior (Books)


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    • Could create a major shift in behavior for folks with too much clutter
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. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2016 by Holly
    • Can't decide which is better
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. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2020 by Ian M
    • Helpful book
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. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2018 by Freddy
    • Hoardings
I am not a hoarder but could be if I didn't keep my self controlled. I love the hoarders shows. Yes I'm critical of the people on the shows, maybe it's because I could be a version of them. I can relate to the spending of money I don't have on spur of the moment things. I have one junk room in my house I am proud of. Why? I don't know. Because all my other rooms are very organized and clean. I live in a very small duplex next to a real hoarder. I don't even have a place to sit down in her house. So I don't have a lot of space to put things. I came from living with a hoarder in a 5 bedroom house. He squeezed me out of my space. So I am very proud that I am strong enough to keep my things to a minimum. I give my things to friends and a church. Dr Zasio is an inspiration to me and I listen to her advise on the show. This book is a great way to keep myself in check when I slide back to behaviours that are not healthy. I recommend it as a must read for everyone, hoarder or not. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2019 by Kindle Customer
    • I understand the disorder better. I now understand the difference between collecting and ...
I rarely read a book twice. I have a friend who is a Hoarder and wanted to learn more about this disorder. Dr. Zasio has written this book in a very relatable manner. After reading the book, I understand the disorder better. I now understand the difference between collecting and hoarding, the inner dynamics that may lead to the hoarder’s behavior, and healthy interactions with a hoarder. Dr. Zasio does not only approach the disorder clinically, but with a deeper understanding and compassion for the individual. The book is well written and a page turner for anyone who needs and wants to learn more about Hoarding. Great read and resource. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2018 by LikeGoodValue

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