Stuff. Most of us have too much of it. And while we shouldn't be afraid to treat ourselves now and again, or make efforts to reuse and recycle items, what we don't want is an accumulation of possessions that spirals into overwhelming clutter. That's where our decluttering tips for collectors and hoarders can help you gain control.
First things first, we should always be very careful when using the word 'hoarder'. This is a condition that needs more care than a decluttering checklist. 'It’s so easy for people these days to say "I’m a hoarder" – it just rolls off the tongue, but it can be a serious medical condition,' says Karen Powell, professional organiser and founder of The Organising Lady. So while you may be showing the early signs of hoarding behaviour (we'll come on to that later), it could be that you simply have a collecting habit that you'd like to break.
