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Hoarding Intervention: Unraveling Terri’s Story from “Hoarders”

I'm Katherine Lawrence, Professional Organizer for Space Matters, and today I want to share some insights from my experience working on the TV show "Hoarders." Specifically, I'll be diving deep into Episode 1 of Season 13, which is now streaming on Netflix. This...

Pro Organizer Branding Checklist: Your Guide to Standing Out

Are you passionate about organizing and are on the cusp of turning that passion into a thriving business? Before you take the leap, let's talk about branding. It's not just about having a pretty logo or a catchy tagline. It's about creating a memorable impression that...

Introduction to Swedish Death Cleaning

Are you ready to downsize your home? Are you helping a parent downsize and need a little inspiration? Here, I'm summarizing a popular downsizing book called The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by Margareta Magnussen. This book is really great for anyone who is...

Hoarders TV Recap – 3 Strategies that Worked

As a professional organizer who worked on the Tiffany episode of Hoarders, season 13, filmed in New Berlin, near Milwaukee, Wisconsin and now streaming on Netflix, I am frequently asked about the challenges of clearing out hoarded homes when working with clients who...

Key Takeaways from the Minimalists: Less is Now on Netflix

How does one become a minimalist? Why should we shop less and live more? The Minimalists, Joshua and Ryan, are back on Netflix to answer those questions in their new documentary The Minimalists, Less is Now. Here I’ll share my takeaways and review of the show. I hope...
Hoarding Help: Break the Buying Cycle

Hoarding Help: Break the Buying Cycle

I'm Katherine Lawrence, a professional organizer with years of experience working on TV's Hoarders and managing my own organizing business at www.myspacematters.com. I'm often been asked: How can we help someone with hoarding behavior? The answer is not as simple as...

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