<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Simply Pearly Organizing Services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Using a simple, sustainable approach to transforming your space, we turn cluttered places into easy to maintain spaces!]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/hoarding-help-blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:08:03 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Hoarding Support: Certified Hoarding Specialists vs. Mental Health Professionals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understand the roles, similarities, and differences between certified hoarding specialists and mental health professionals trained in hoarding disorder.]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/understanding-hoarding-support-certified-hoarding-specialists-vs-mental-health-professionals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694589539e93a156638d4142</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:54:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_7620ce8e1a1b43288b744c3752b936fe~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Hobby to Hoard: 4 Differences Between Collecting and Hoarding]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s a fine line between hoarding and collecting.  Let’s take a closer look at where that line is truly drawn. Comfort With Guests: Collectors are generally comfortable inviting others into their homes to admire their displays. Individuals who struggle with hoarding, however, tend to avoid visitors, not out of secrecy but often due to shame, embarrassment, or anxiety about their living environment. Impact on Daily Living: A key distinction lies in how each affects daily life. Collections...]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/from-hobby-to-hoard-4-differences-between-collecting-and-hoarding</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6931e9306778c81fbc367aca</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:37:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_069c25aa0c9a43b7b6041f5d85edb111~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Grief to Purpose: My Journey to Becoming a Hoarding Specialist]]></title><description><![CDATA[My journey to becoming a professional organizer and certified hoarding specialist began in the depths of depression and extreme grief. The year 2017 changed my life forever. First, my mother passed away after an extended battle with early-onset dementia. Then, just five months later, my perfectly healthy father lost his life under questionable circumstances. These back-to-back losses struck me to the core. 	I had always struggled with depression, but nothing compared to what I experienced...]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/from-grief-to-purpose-my-journey-to-becoming-a-hoarding-specialist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6949a5053167c574f9b7b195</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:57:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_a6c959229feb47bd8b85d535dc0ed3df~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the 5 Levels of Hoarding and Clutter in the Home:]]></title><description><![CDATA[Did you know that there are different levels of hoarding and ways to quantify clutter?  Clutter exists on a spectrum—from minor, everyday...]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/understanding-the-5-levels-of-hoarding-and-clutter-in-the-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e3fd28fabe64c932f99592</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2025 16:35:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_ff2c9cc1a05f424290affa9d40dfde90~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Subtle Red Flags of a Potential “Extreme Clutter” Situation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The show Hoarders often depicts severe, high-level clutter, but did you know there are actually five levels of clutter? Level 1 is subtle and usually goes unnoticed until it gradually progresses into a more serious situation. Clutter exists on a spectrum, and understanding the early signs is key. With early intervention, education, and empathy, clutter can be addressed before it poses risks to an individual’s health and safety. Important Note: Just because one of these flags is present does...]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/subtle-red-flags-of-a-potential-extreme-clutter-situation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68dc2ef2f9153517fdb83348</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:44:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_8474758dfd3a48e1a8880af032420b68~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Key to Home Organization:]]></title><description><![CDATA[The secret to creating a truly organized, maintainable space is simple: every item needs a designated “home.” That means choosing one...]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/the-key-to-home-organization</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d569354e05786c1c936d1a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 19:03:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_0c29a793b6af41ccb43951e716ac5668~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extreme Clutter vs. Hoarding Disorder:]]></title><description><![CDATA[Understanding the difference between extreme clutter and hoarding disorder is essential.  It: Reduces Stigma Prevents unfair labeling...]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/extreme-clutter-vs-hoarding-disorder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cee6e1cefaecce1e92717d</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 18:54:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_fca09b084ff24cdd8c24f4f4fd0dff6b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overcoming Garage Organizing Hazards:]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most garage organizing projects involve the disposal of hazardous waste. It would be so easy to just throw everything in the regular trash, but improper disposal of hazardous waste is a public safety issue and a direct threat to our environment. From chemicals seeping into groundwater to toxins polluting our soil and air, the risks are serious and long-lasting. 	The good news? With a bit of awareness and effort, hazardous waste can be handled responsibly, keeping our community safe....]]></description><link>https://www.simplypearlyorganizingservices.com/post/garage-organizing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ab7a09689a6f236110e4aa</guid><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2025 20:46:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bd7791_98d9e178e59c4b2cbd675a163e05eba4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_288,h_215,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Nina Alferio</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>