Hoarder is finally decluttering whole house.... how do you stop the shame though?

[LewisFan]

So I'm a hoarder due to mh and other stuff. Finally got my mh sorted so now it's time for a new slate.

My whole tiny terrace is full of 17 years worth of childrens clothes, toys, paperwork... literally all sorts. I even have a stage1 car seat for family trips still.... my nephew is 8!

My home does not look like a tv hoarding show, but its time to get rid.

How do I stop the feelings of shame? It's so powerful... I could literally sob throughout this process.

3 bags down, eleventybajillion to go..... good job I got a skip!

I have been working with this group: I am posting a link in case you might find their support helpful, as I have. They can also signpost you to other help.

www.cloudsend.org.uk/

Ok I have a question, I have accumulated a lot of stuff for charity (its clothes and books, mostly unused). Anyone know a good charity who will collect? There is a van full of stuff in the garage?

Heart Foundation usually collect but might not do it right now because of Covid19. Otherwise a local hospice shop might be a good bet.

Well done getting your mh sorted and getting started on your home!

This is so lovely and inspiring. Well done OP.

There's no shame at all in what you are doing, feel proud, you should be.

So good to see.

Weel done, OP.

As a lifelong procrastinator, I can understand how hard it is to start, although I never really hoard much. This week, I'm decluttering the last little bits. It's a good feeling to reach the last bit, I'm sure you'll feel great.

You are doing such a great job. Keep up the good work 👏👏👏

Well done AGAIN, keep going

Amazing job!!!

What a difference! Amazing job, well done .

Every single bag in the skip is a step to freedom. You're doing brilliantly, keep going!

Well done OP! I'm decluttering my dd clothes this week. I know how hard it can be

You're doing bloody amazing

You inspired me. Just did a tiny bit in the room of shame. But I can do this.

There is no shame, well done OP.

Well done OP!

Be really proud. It’s not easy to deal with this stuff. But you’re doing it! The hoarders support thread is a lovely place to be :)

How are you feeling OP?

Are you still swivelling around on that chair in excitement

I hope today is just as good for you.

The only way is up.

You're doing so well! Really inspiring

This is a wonderful thread. You are an inspiration OP.

What a great thread. Well done on having the courage OP.

This is a wonderful thread. OP I’m so impressed, you’re doing brilliantly

Getting a skip is just a great thing to do if you are ready to have a massive clear out, but before you order one make sure you are ready to get ride of you stuff !! you have to be in the right frame of mind.
When you have your house Decluttered then given it a deep clean and decorated, it will be like a great weight off your shoulders.

A clean organised house is really very good for your mental health.
👏👏👏 well done to anyone who is doing this

Well done you!

I loved the before and after pictures you posted @LewisFan, what a fantastic day's work. Hope today is going well, although I expect you will need plenty of water breaks in this heat. That fan you mentioned is going to be in demand this week. BTW did you already have the fan to hand or was is one you unearthed as you de-cluttered 😀?