I Collect Out-Of-Date Food | The Hoarder Next Door S3 Ep3 | Only Human

In Lancashire, hospital administrator Margaret is living in chaos. Unable to throw anything away, her kitchen is packed with out-of-date food, which she eats on a regular basis. Can psychotherapist Stelios Kiosses help? Meanwhile, professional de-clutterers Zoe Steel and Allyson Pritchard meet 39-year-old Claire from Essex, who has spent tens of thousands of pounds on a collection of nearly 30,000 Disney figures.
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[@absolutelyridiculous6743]

Could you imagine being the husband and doing a Zoom meeting with all that Disney stuff in the background?! 🤣😆

[@NorthPasture]

Probably edits in one of the fake backgrounds lol

[@flower-the-earth]

LOL!

[@user-ff8on4jf3m]

😹😹💖💖💖

[@andrearutsche6548]

@@NorthPasture äaä

[@lunizzima]

That's where my mind went too 😕 It's ridiculous

[@GrimFemme]

When the woman was crying, and talking about the horrid things her dad would tell her, it was like she was a little girl again. I could see the hurt little girl still in her, not ready to let go. I feel so bad.

[@janelle009]

Relatable to many but the sad part is many like this have children on purpose.

[@absolutelyridiculous6743]

She's such a precious, tender hearted woman. Poor dear

[@shereeoz]

So sad

[@enykristof4837]

@The mysterious Miss X right, but some people don't have that power, so they need help

[@terminat1]

Unless you're a licensed psychiatrist (and perhaps not even then), I doubt you could see the hurt little girl in her.

[@marialiyubman]

“The bedroom is the room Graham dislikes the most” She says with a straight face… This os her husband.. this is where they’re being intimate with each other… and she’s making him sleep in “the little mermaid” sheets… even I feel emasculated..

[@TheEmbrio]

Yes, even my ovaries shrivel at the thought. That man has been patient.

[@getmoneydrinkicedcapps2627]

Yeah, it’s probably mad uncomfortable for a man to sleep in what looks exactly like a kids room

[@carolannpacificadam1944]

Lmfao. Mermaid sheets

[@DemJonesDemJones]

"Darling, it's better down where it's wetter, take it from me"

[@katiethomas5889]

Stelios is such a gem and he speaks to clients with such a gentle manner and explains things to them in such an educated and accurate way...wish them the best of luck.

[@Demureli]

Stelios seems like he truly cares for his clients and I appreciate that in professionals.

[@codyminecrack248]

Truly one of the few.

[@monikazendek2430]

Stelios Kiossis is an absolute angel of a man. Just the kindest soul ever

[@dbentleyto95]

I love him so.

[@buzzweebee8685]

He is lovely. I can't imagine what it must be like for him as a prof.. the ladies will be lining up at his office all the time.. I would be anyway

[@EvLovesYou]

Couldn't agree more ❤

[@burly636]

He is one TV and must be perceived as so. I hope in real life he is, but you can't know. These people create the drama or you would not be interested.

[@burly636]

@Catherine Meeeeoooowww! LOL

[@vegodaher1312]

Can we take a moment to appreciate how gentel the expert was n professional towards Margaret 😍

[@veran.8661]

He's a gem, isn't he? :)

[@sakaya9878]

He is so full of compassion instead of judgment. Really inspiring.

[@sarahwoodward4094]

He’s a great therapist, I’ve heard of some bad ones in my work as a clinical therapist and he’s fantastic

[@getmoneydrinkicedcapps2627]

Yeah he’s a nice man

[@evy1624]

It is the major difference between the American and British versions. The US just seems to inflict more pressure and trauma in unrealistic time frame pressures.

[@fabienneclavier5984]

Margaret looks so miserable. Can’t even look at Stelios in the eyes, always looking down like a scared little child. So much suffering.

[@Sinsteel]

Eh? People have gone through the holocaust and gone on to have big, happy families and lead productive lives. Stop projecting and being so neurotic.

[@jacolienyouknow]

I can't help as a non-English speaker I just like the word 'clutter ' 😂 Professional de-clutterers 😆

[@sunnysunny9966]

Me too😄 in german it's Gerümpel and professionelle Entrümpler😂

[@marta_czarnecka_art]

@@sunnysunny9966 that's even better 😂😂😂

[@dunjabakic4012]

We say HRČCI in Serbian. 😂

[@staynyourlane422]

Margaret's appearance was changing along with her transformation of the hoard. She was beautiful and smiling in the end. I do hope she can manage to continue and get her whole house back for that beautiful grandbaby!

[@D-me-dream-smp]

The thing is they need ongoing intensive support- a lifetime of trauma takes a huge effort to overcome.

[@theodoragreveniotis9495]

The funniest part was when the Guy fixed his Office space , he changed it from dolls to his toys 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 only me?

[@sarahjaneraquel426]

I was expecting no single toys on his office... minimal as he said. And it will be only books and picture frame.

[@theodoragreveniotis9495]

@@sarahjaneraquel426 me too 😂😂😂😂😂 now i get why they are together

[@sophiegolden]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@monikamazur9000]

Exactly!!

[@burly636]

No, me too.

[@dorothychartrand496]

Can't believe how rude Margaret was to the Diva's!!! My hat is off to them for calmly leaving. I would never let someone scream at me like that...especially if I'm there to help save their life.

[@Vianeyregina]

We had a hoarder down the street. The windows had no blinds or curtains and you could see the trash up to the ceiling. When they cleaned that place they took so many huge containers of trash out it was amazing how much trash fit in that tiny house. I cannot imagine ever living like that. These people need so much help.

[@peggypeggy4137]

You can always tell a hoarder right from the street, without even knowing who they are. Their windows are always blocked and the tell tale spill out on to the porch, front yard, back yard and parts of the driveway and it looks like it's going to keep growing...they do need help

[@sarahlyon157]

I think my parents are hoarders.

[@balisandra94]

Yeah, we’ve got one near us. Not sure who lives there, but the windows are dirty and completely blocked with all the stuff, and a LOT of cats come back and forth through a tiny window

[@D-me-dream-smp]

The emotional and psychological scars parents inflict on children last a lifetime. Wonder if Claire could made her collection more specialised and sell certain lots. Poor Graham deserves at least a few areas for himself. I shudder to think how much money she has invested into it.

[@viewandchew]

It is extremely validating to see someone else write this. My mother-in-law insists parents have no bearing on how their kids turn out😂 its Infuriating having a conversation with an 80-year-old immigrant.

[@MarianneMcVeigh-xz2yv]

Stelios is amazing. He helps the hoarders in such a gentle, understanding way. I am glad Margaret has some reclaimed space to share with her family and friends. Childhood trauma can have a lasting impact - if you haven't the tools to deal with it. Now Stelios has given her that insight and ability to process and deal with the trauma.

[@eaakerman8829]

Out of date chocolate ? Not in my home😊😂never will happen

[@skeptigal2785]

Was that chocolate? It was white. :( I could only make out "Lindt."

[@tindrabeam5922]

@@skeptigal2785 There is white chocolate.

[@happyhorse1028]

Chocolate typically has a best before date not used by.

[@SideShowAli]

😂same in my house lol!

[@eaakerman8829]

😀😀@@SideShowAli

[@SeraphimWhyt]

When she realized what she saw in the photo of her father?? That was heartbreaking...

[@susietube1]

She's definitely not "stupid" as her father called her. She's a a public health administrator, but because of what he did to her, she can't do for herself what she does for others

[@lizlee6290]

The psychotherapist, Dr. Kiosses, is such a nice, non judgmental man! I bet he has seen it all. As someone who is a semi-hoarder, it's very difficult to let someone in your house, unless they're family. You feel a ton of shame.

[@carinasilva519]

The dog's Margaret was so happy in the end. I'm happy for her too. ❤️

[@quartz14girl]

I imagine this Stellios fellow gives the best hugs. All the best to these struggling folks.

[@donnadurant4000]

What a brave woman to go through that process, especially for the world to see. Congratulations.

[@katarina1852]

Margaret holding onto and eating expired food was almost like a form of self harm by repeatedly risking food poisoning. But I was so proud of her when she finally started letting go of her clutter and cleaned out her living room. I think even her little dog Dennis was happy! 😊

[@wioi]

I think that the Disney woman was the first hoarder that I've seen to clean up at least. Because usually they live in the dirtiest homes.

[@ingeborg-anne]

"I've just noticed I've got another pile of knickers here." Not something you hear every day.

[@momof2momof2]

Stelios is wonderful. I would never allow my children in a home like Margaret's. Hoarding is a terrible disease. The psychology is so interesting.

[@kam0406]

It is very interesting and there is so much we have yet to discover about this. Right now, science seems to point to genetic reasons for this. It may be sparked by trauma, but a lot of people experience trauma and will never hoard. This disease is not as simple as just cleaning up. A lot of people clean out their homes and within a year, the home will look just as bad as it did before the clean out. This disease is persistent and chronic and often a lifelong struggle. I dated a good hoarder. I've never seen anything like it before in my entire life. I tried cleaning and organizing, to no avail. It was stomach turning to see expired food that he would often smell before consuming that would be rancid. His refrigerators and freezers (he had multiple!)were crammed so full there was no way to open them without item falling out. It was beyond my understanding. I had to break up with him because it was not something I could live with. I still love him, but between this and his other issues (gambling and alcohol abuse) it was not going to be healthy for me long term. I wish I could have helped him but it only led to more frustration on both sides.

[@ladyofthecreek279]

@@kam0406 glad you were wise and strong enough to leave the relationship.

[@catladylifts6931]

Dr. Kiosses is so kind and his techniques are so helpful. I wish everyone could have the level of care he provides.

[@carolynlong9148]

Expired food that's a serious health risk. You absolutely cannot keep expired food. That kitchen should have been the first thing to be declutterd.

[@andreabrava6899]

There is the extreme people thou, that throw away everything thats just a day or 2 paßt expiry date. 😂 People forget to use their sences.

[@leece_6702]

@Kat Gai yes this is true. Its more to cover themselves (the manufacturer) legally, and generally food can last much longer and still be totally fine. And even if its not fine, that's what we have immune systems for. Its not a guarantee of instant illness.

[@TheZoeBird]

It really depends on the food and how out of date it is and how it was stored. Some items can be kept considerably longer than what is indicated as the expiry or best before date, and most will show it in some way when they've gone bad. You'll know if an egg or dairy has gone bad; also bread, cheese, fruits and vegetables. I personally pay no attention to expiry dates and use my sense of sight/smell to alert me if the food has gone off. You do have to be careful with: meat, as it can go off before it looks or smells bad; and canned food, which is a risk for botulism. However, canned foods can last much longer than the expiry date, but you have to look for denting, bowing etc in even newer cans.

[@Haylla2008]

@Kat Gai Although I agree with your point, much of the food they mentioned was almost a decade out of date and was certainly *not* looking/smelling/tasting good. Also, I wouldn't say dairy can keep several months longer. It's usually more like a couple of weeks. I also think it's worth mentioning that the best-before date isn't arbitrary. Food can start going bad before being noticeable by your other senses. You probably won't get sick from whatever spoilage has happened but a company doesn't want to chance a lawsuit.

[@amylee3531]

I eat expired food all the time. I just check it. If it's questionable then I toss it though. Sour cream, yogurts, eggs, go much further then expiration dates. If canned items go bad the can puffs up after too long. I have things in my cupboard that are 5 years expired lol. But NEVER canned dairy or meat stuff. I already have stomach/health issues. Not risking that Reminds me of those KZbin channels that eat 60 year old MRE kits or tinned meat or fruits. Bleck!

[@alicelaybourne1620]

I'd like to correct their math. Over 30,000 Disney items is not 10's of thousands. At a minimum those figurines are 10 dollars/pounds each. So at a minimum it is hundreds of thousands of pounds/dollars. Truly ridiculous waste of money.

[@rainepanda]

i really like how he started off small with Margaret by just cleaning off the couch. Definitely think that's less emotionally shocking than bringing in a team and a truck right away.

[@sandradee1579]

I agree but I expected both the living room and kitchen to be organized. Disappointing only one room was decluttered. It'll take Margaret a long time to take the initiative in the kitchen.

[@SeraphimWhyt]

I kinda admire Claire's collection even though its WAY out of control...The zoom in on the "Grumpy" Seven Dwarfs doll cracked me up lolol

[@ultraboombean]

Some of the stuffed animals I want lol

[@kayp2617]

I understand why people wants pets with them, especially when they’re feeling low. But in houses like hers (Margaret) it’s dangerous and so sad for the poor things. No room to move and what if a pile of stuff fell on the poor little thing! 😞

[@amylee3531]

Yeah I kept thinking that teeny little pup looks so confused

[@kam0406]

I agree! She should not have a pet.

[@islanddweller3674]

@@kam0406 RUBBISH. Dogs love YOU and we all need that . And she walked it and took care of it;

[@HumanimalChannel]

Yes, poor dennis, he was a dear wee thing and it must really have felt overwhelming for him!

[@MrMemeGamingYT]

Poor Margaret, a child hood lasts a life time, I'm only half way through and I hope by the end she has achieved what needs to be done. Bless her, I will pray for her.

[@iadorenewyork1]

Did Margaret, who is very self absorbed, ever apologize to the two organizers who were only there to assist her?

[@lindaj171]

I think adults who live with extreme hoarders and put up with it have their own psychological issues. He lives in a house that has no semblance of him. Very sad and unfair.

[@leashy1204]

*Disney* *House* she should set up like a little shop and either 1) sell items or 2) charge an entrance fee and to allow people to view her collection. Like a museum.

[@pats.4253]

Good idea.

[@linhaton4957]

What a huge waste of money collecting that Disney junk. Sell it and invest the money in mutual funds. Foolish woman.

[@sushilover40]

It probably doesn't hurt that Stelios the Therapist is drop dead gorgeous. Motivation, to be sure!

[@samanthaabreu782]

That woman should have heard her entire childhood that she is stupid, that's so sad. :(

[@datchaanimalsheltermoldova1980]

Imagine being beaten as well

[@skeptigal2785]

Something is off with her. A "breakthrough" revealing the cause of the cluttering in the first two minutes? Okay! At first I thought she was playing it up for sympathy and almost flirting with Stelios. Then when she turned on the cleaners like a viper, I knew she had a personality disorder.

[@ferociousgumby]

@@skeptigal2785 Hoarding is only a symptom of MUCH deeper problems. It's building a huge barricade to keep people out, and to imprison family members in the hoard. It also creates an atmosphere of secrecy and shame.

[@skeptigal2785]

Well, I'd say she was keen on letting Stelios in!

[@amylee3531]

Yeah it sucks. I've been through it and worse(luckily my mom is awesome). I wonder though, at what point does one accept and let go of all that though?. It's one thing when you are young and it's all fresh or happening in the moment... But I realized in my teens that none of the things I was told(etc) was any of my fault. I'm now almost 45. There must be some chemical/neurological difference in people that some hold onto it and others can't let go.

[@gillianbrookwell1678]

It's a wonder Margaret hasn't contacted food poisoning by eating stale out of date food.

[@brody2k]

@Kat Gai actually, and I mean no offense here, that's almost entirely wrong. Largely, the government doesn't care when your bread goes off. For one thing, no salt doesn't go bad. But the container it's in does. Water doesn't go bad either, but if you leave it in a plastic bottle for a decade the plastic leeches into the water making it unsafe to drink. People, I would've thought this goes without saying, but please don't eat bad food. It *is* marked that way for a reason.

[@gillianbrookwell1678]

@Kat Gai There's a limit of what is edible; a few days out of date is okay but her fridge is stacked with rotting food that even a dog wouldn't eat.

[@amylee3531]

Oh I'm sure she's gotten sick at some point. Although the denial that she had for some of those foods, I think she probably convinced herself it was a flu or something. FtR I eat plenty of expired food lol. But when food is running around your fridge chasing other slower moving food..it's time to stop

[@becibabe7364]

@Kat Gai you just cured my insomnia

[@batterbury4477]

She has gotten sick without a doubt - and probably often. Being 'sick to her stomach' most of the time as become the normal everyday state for her. Just part of the subconscious dealing with and expressing unhealed trauma through the body.

[@melodyswann4527]

The way Stelios approaches the people he helps is absolutely amazing and a god send. He is so different from the way the American Therapists approach.

[@SundaysChild1966]

Oh that poor little dog of Margaret's! It could get crushed and she would never find it .. uggg ..

[@simonehunter2509]

I fill sorry for that dude with his wife with all the Disney stuff lol 😂 in there bed room.

[@amylee3531]

It's CREEPY AF!!

[@CatTigress1]

Well done to Margaret! I have watched many Hoarder series before and many of those hoarders resisted so badly against change that they couldn't get rehabilitated and their stuff was just moved into boxes at the end and they continued living in their hoard and filth. Margaret was helpful and so grateful 🤗.

[@vickiburgess3344]

Stelios is awesome! He is so good at his profession and is practically saving people's lives. His two lady hoarder organisers are champions with amazing skills which could never be found in most people - you women are fantastic beautiful compassionate human beings! Stelios, you should be so proud of yourself and the team/s you have surrounded yourself with amazing people and should be so proud of yourself. Much Respect to you all! Vicki, Melbourne, Australia Ps It also doesn't hurt that Stelious is very easy on the eyes too :)

[@martinasikk6162]

Claire could have museum, and a museum shop where she could sell items as souvenirs or toys. She could get some of her money back.

[@brendajones9377]

Margaret should be so proud of herself! And especially because that beautiful little grandson is young enough that he probably won't remember the hoard! I wish I could give her a hug!🥰

[@heidih3070]

The Disney woman should respect her partner enought to keep her obsession in control. Otherwise she'd be better off marrying a damn Mickey Mouse body pillow. Few grown people want to have a thousand pairs of animated eyes boring into them while they sleep in Little Mermaid sheets. Poor dude must be at his wits' end.

[@linhaton4957]

Little Mermaid sheets for a grown adult. Lots to unravel here.

[@jensjohansson4243]

I'm gonna start hoarding free space

[@juliefromgeorgia]

Margaret is great. So proud of her.

[@barbarahenninger6642]

Dr. Stelios is very kind.

[@Zenigundam]

The reason so many older women are hoarders is because a lot of them were brought up to find value in everything, so they believe it is a "sin" or "wrong" to get rid of something or not make good use of it in some way, even though they could easily donate it to a church or an organization for the needy.

[@agneslaufer9579]

And they are alone with no hobby .

[@drfreud65]

That's not the only reason. The love of money is the root of all evil. That's the root of all hoarding

[@drfreud65]

@@SpicyGelato98 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dorothy9618]

@@drfreud65 I think it would be a mistake to try to guilt someone who is struggling with hoarding disorder.

[@drfreud65]

@@dorothy9618 because I'm a child of a hoarder, so I have no clue as a child of a hoarder....

[@kimt8162]

Yes, I promised myself I wasn't going to be a big collector of things. I sent off about 300 pieces of clothing that we've outgrown and it feels great. I'm realizing that things take up not just space, but they also create dust and they take up too much time.

[@virginiasoskin9082]

OMG,the Disney lady -- imagine the wonderful trips or cruises they could have taken with the money she has wasted on Disneybilia. Very sad. She should at least allow their bedroom and her husband's study to be Disney free. And once those are cleared she can begin selling off the rest of the collection. It is horrible to be trapped by belongings. The hoarder lady should just tackle a small portion of a room each day -- the discomfort of going through items is causing her to be so tired and exhausted -- I think less because of the physical work of clearing items, but the psychological pain of doing so.

[@mjrussell414]

I’m not a hoarder and every spring I do purge items to give to charity that I no longer use, but sometimes I do feel there is just too much “stuff” in my house. It’s amazing how much you accumulate over the years and it really doesn’t take long to fill up even a big house. My husband likes to buy things - I think it gives him a high. Then search for bargains and the excitement of the chase. He buys things on online auctions and kijiji. We have more couches and chairs than 2 people can sit on. One time he drunk bought a couch in Boston, MA and we live near Ottawa in Canada. Speakers and stereo gear all over the place. Sometimes he does resell it. I always think that I could have had my 70’s kitchen and bathroom done professionally instead of me repainting things to spruce them up. Or we wouldn’t be in debt, and have some savings if it wasn’t for his insanity. We’ve driven to Atlanta to pick up 7 ft tall speakers before that stayed dominating my living room for years until a new pair became the new obsession. We’ve been on crazy adventures to get stuff. He just had to buy a 16 ft sea kayak “for me” (I’ll never use it) this summer for a bargain price of $200, and our truck broke down in Quebec because he ignored bad noises and refused my plea to turn around when we weren’t far from home. Cost us a tow charge, an expensive repair (we would have had to to it anyway - wheel bearings can go and it’s not pretty), and a hotel room for the night. Plus we had our dog and I had to worry about him. Sometimes I just want to strangle my husband…

[@iliveinthewind3519]

Why are you still with him? You'll just wake up, one day, old & full of resentment, regretting not leaving when you still had some good years.

[@lynnegulbrand2298]

Omg the lady from Lancashire reminds me of my mom who was from Manchester. Her accent is just the same, I love it. Mom passed away in 2008 and my brother in 2009 and I'll never stop missing them as long as I live. We all moved here to the US in the early 70s when I was young. I did move back in the 90s for 3 years but hated how bad things were over there. People especially my cousins were so distant. We were once a very close family. I guess people change as they age. To all my British family members that are still around on this earth, I miss you terribly and love you all so much. God Bless you from the sunny and very hot Mississippi Gulf Coast.

[@yz4043]

If someone like Claire has found love... There's hope for all of us

[@itsjustme.7059]

If I was Graham, I’d start selling a few pieces a day online.

[@biancab212]

Except that his wife would probably be the one buying it, and they would be back in the house by the next week lol 😅

[@ultraboombean]

Dude if she noticed one day something was missing it would all be over

[@jb6712]

Such dishonesty would destroy their marriage.

[@emilyjeffords5907]

No. You need a dumpster. Throw it all out.

[@lauraleich5741]

Now that he has a lock on his door… she will never know and he can make some money back

[@sophiajoyceferry7150]

When Margaret was looking at the photo of her father I also had a bit of a flash back, not to the extent of Margarets but a flash back nonetheless. The pic reminded me of my father who served in the New Zealand Armed Forces for all my life, My dad wore exactly the same uniform berets and all, Her dad even looked like my dad, the same ears the same smile it's quite uncanny. Only my dad left his army life at the door when he came home, my two brothers and me had weren't brought up Army Styles like Margaret obviously was. I understand what she's saying about her dad, I had friends that suffered a military run household, along with strict military rules and regulations, it was upsetting to me when I witnessed the dad's of my friends making them stand to attention while being disciplined.

[@ingeborg-anne]

Stelios Kiosses is such a comfortable person to listen to. I want him to narrate my life.

[@zoeymichael3966]

It is such a pleasure to see how people are working on themselves and succeed. I wish them all the best! 🤗 Well done, everyone! 🥳

[@lindamon5101]

I woulda JUMPED AT THE CHANCE TO DANCE WITH STELLIOS!

[@finehomemadewine]

Interesting...

[@Jane5720]

I think those two ladies went too fast with Margaret that was overwhelming for her and really even for me if they were doing that to me asking asking asking asking

[@marialiyubman]

I’m pretty sure she experienced hunger, or some food deprivation or controls at some point of her life.. Either the parents made her eat out of date food, or they locked the fridge…

[@ophelian4646]

I really admire people who have the courage to show others their bad habits and trying to change!

[@yasminister2011]

Me too 🫶

[@KEM85]

That purple paisley print dress looks lovely on her ❤️

[@elbertkitching9906]

Yes it does

[@jellybeanbear7017]

i like the expert who helps her clean the house. He understands the cause of her hoarding situation and helps her with detach slowly. One show i watch from New Zealand (or Australia? I cant remember) similar to this show but they just throw all of the owner's stuffs out and dont let time have time to say goodbye to it, and even choose what to keep. And people who watch the show actually agree with that method, which comes as a shock to me. Who does that? I mean the owner has already broken down and they didn't help at all. So i like this show a lot and i even like it more when the cleaning expert is orginally a psychotherapist

[@sherryyarger3753]

Margaret is a hospital administrator. She's obviously not stupid! She's overwhelmed!

[@minaha2721]

I don't think including an exercise program with the decluttering efforts would be a bad idea; the mind is interconnected with the body. Exercise helps release cortisol and allows the mind to think clearly.

[@happinesscomesinwaves5534]

It is great to see when people make progress. Thank you Stelios Kiosses

[@kubemsingson7402]

I'M SO SORRY FOR THE MOTHER. I CAN UNDERSTAND HER FEELING, IT HAPPEN TO ME IN 2001. I USED TO KEEP THINGS AS MEMORIES AND DON'T WANT TO THROW THINGS AWAY.

[@catslove3884]

What good is the memorabilia if you can't see it as it is buried?

[@Rainbow__cookie]

Hoarders have a immunsystem that is alot better than anyone else How do you not get sick from food from 2006

[@palapalak.8907]

Exactly

[@itsjustme.7059]

Her sweet friend. She said I’m not here to judge you, I’m here to help you. She tried to help, but Margaret wasn’t letting her.

[@amylee3531]

It's that loss of control, the shame and embarrassment and how overwhelmingly difficult it is for her. It isn't anything to do against her friend. Remember her friend only saw it once briefly before so she's embarrassed. Her friend is a sweetheart

[@lisajuska243]

Claire's collection is 😳. I don't like Disney and even if I did I couldn't imagine having 30,000 pieces of anything. How can you make proper love in a bedroom like that? Not only is it too childlike plus having all those eyes on you fake or not, creepy.

[@burly636]

I don't like Disney at all. I think it makes some spoiled little girls grow up thinking they are entitled princess. So much wrong with Disney.

[@handledotcom]

@@burly636 Bingo!!

[@melissahoneybee8493]

And the MONEY!!! Just imagine how much money she has sunk into all that garbage.

[@DrFeelGoood]

@@burly636 most disney films teach good morals and definitely not to be spoiled. idk if you are misinformed or just a sourpuss

[@ultraboombean]

@@DrFeelGoood yeah the Disney princesses are far from entitled. Cinderella and Tatiana are particularly potent examples.

[@maryturkmen1264]

Graham is so handsome, he's an angel for sticking around in that house for so long

[@louloulaalee1581]

I wouldn't of blamed him if he ditched her 😂

[@maryturkmen1264]

@@louloulaalee1581 same lol

[@burly636]

I agree.

[@namehere4954]

If my partner prioritized objects over me, I'd be gone. She's still trying to fill an emotional void with objects and the show glossed over that.

[@peggypeggy4137]

He is a grown man. He should not have to fight for a modest office space with a bunch of Disney characters. She is selfish. I'd ditch her too.

[@_S-O-S_]

I hope she succeeded in getting a bit of a handle on her hoarding… I know firsthand how tough it is to fight it…

[@janelle009]

Me too. My Dad seems to be struggling with it. To the point I just found out his pipes busted and he has been without water but refuses to have it fixed. I am guessing due to his shame over the trash in the livingroom. He was always what one would call a "pack rat" but it was benign compared to what's shown on TV and documentaries. He was cool with me cleaning it as long as he didn't have to help and he wanted all of it bagged and stacked in the kitchen. I told him no unless I can remove it from the house 😏

[@kam0406]

I think that science points to some brain differences in hoarders. There are a lot of people who experience trauma but do not hoard. Also, there seems to be a strong hereditary component. This disease is not just about cleaning up and it isn't just about not accumulating more things. People frequently will just require a mess that is worse than before. It is a frustrating disease for others to see their loved ones suffer with because it doesn't make sense. I love my boyfriend who is a hoarder, but I knew I could not live that way. It was only getting worse. I had to leave.

[@Mercury-Wells]

Hoarders are such fascinating people.

[@D-me-dream-smp]

Unless you live with them.

[@dddddd211]

They are rather selfish and ignorant people...

[@kathleenkitcher852]

I love that Olivia Coleman is narrating.

[@symptomoftheuniverse4149]

I had a mother and father who were alcoholics, I was left alone for days, no food did not go to school, in and out of foster homes. As a grown women never shed a tear over it. I did do extensive therapy.

[@dddddd211]

Finally a strong mind. I really like your attitude Symptom.

[@symptomoftheuniverse4149]

@@dddddd211 🙃

[@dddddd211]

@@symptomoftheuniverse4149 Growing up I really hated how I lived and sometimes with whom. But leaving you alone is awful :( I hope you're happy now 💕

[@symptomoftheuniverse4149]

@@dddddd211 Right, you can’t pick your family. Yes, I am perfectly content.

[@gweniverehauf7485]

They all look so happy I'm honestly tearing up

[@steelezenobia9007]

Margets story is so sad. Damn father ruined a beautiful soul

[@cheryledelman4457]

very very sad. This has to be a true illness for those hoarders!

[@vonlipi]

At one point you just need to realize that nobody needs it. Every time I want to get rid of a good item, I ask a friend and if he doesn’t want it I bring it to a charity shop.

[@amylee3531]

I admit, I have the issue "someone can/might use it" I know why I do it. I have zero issue giving it to people. I just do not like tossing good things out. But I actually started to realize over the past year, I could become a hoarder easily enough if I don't get on it. Not one of those ones that have 5 feet of actual trash, food, mold etc.. but closets started to over flow with things I didn't know what to do with anymore. I also have alot of guilt for throwing good items in landfills when so many need clothes etc. I don't even go shopping! Lol luckily I don't like to shop! I'm disabled and no vehicle so things just built up because I cannot get it to a donation place. 3 days ago I bought a 100 giant black garbage bags and tossing the stuff. I actually found watching these types of shows gives me motivation to chuck stuff away!

[@Ingrid922]

@@amylee3531 Some places will drive to your house to pick up stuff to be donated to them.

[@D-me-dream-smp]

Indeed but unfortunately there’s a deeper psychological reason why this kind of extreme hoarding occurs.

[@LindaMcIntosh-vp9nm]

Wow!! You have become a great person. This is the real you, I can tell because you smile, you are jovial, and you seem honestly happy. You are a great inspiration!! If you can do it, so can I.

[@MKEditsxx]

My mom is a hoarder Piles of dishes, detergents, clothes, antiques, rubbish everywhere We've recently gave away our old fridge and got a new one But she took the inside compartments of the old fridge and they are laying there on the floor She cannot let go of rubbish, she is attatched to objects, she recently lost a little storage box and she has spent 2 whole days looking for it ruining her mood and day and ours I am exhausted getting blame for all the clutter, I did not sign up to this, I am exhausted trying to organize things find storage space for things, I am exhausted seeing her depressed demotivated to do some cleaning and decluttering, I am exhausted of her rageful tantrums blaming us all for all the mess and clutter while she is the one who bought all the things we didn't need and struggling to throw away rubbish I'm the only one in the house who bothers to clean the fridge now and then, everytime finding lots of expired food that need to be thrown in the trash She needs help but I do not know how to help her anymore, as I am exhausted myself, it is affecting all of us We rarely get anyone over, without some comments of the way we live and I have to do some defending to not let it affect my mom's feelings

[@4knewt505]

Mercy. I really felt your frustration and I'm sorry for your experience. I suggest getting a bit of counseling to learn how to live with her and cope. It may not solve her but it will strengthen you. I started counseling last year and at first I talked all about the person I felt needed to get help but now I'm learning how much that person affected my emotions and how to cope with them not changing as I move on with my own life stronger. Be well, friend. 💚

[@MKEditsxx]

@@4knewt505 thank you for your kind words 🙏🏻💙 I do need counseling me and my mom both, she keeps saying no that she doesn't need any nor do I But as soon as I am hopefully financially independent I do want to talk to a specialist, let it out to someone who would help me and guide me to cope with all this and how I can change my habits and manage negative emotions and stress

[@4knewt505]

@@MKEditsxx My partner refused counseling so I had to keep at it for myself. I did not realize how codependent and how I much I wasn't actually dealing with it. If you need counseling, start with a church because it's free, even if you are not religious. They listen and then they can tell you where to go for free counseling. She may never accept help. That's the horrid cycle of it all.

[@MKEditsxx]

@@4knewt505 I already go to church at a youth organization I can ask our spiritual advisor for some help didn't think about this thank you so much for your advice 🙏🏻💙

[@MKEditsxx]

@@4knewt505 I also wish you good luck overcoming your own struggles hope it's already gotten easier for you sending you support :)

[@laurie9377]

Very proud of you Margaret ♥️♥️♥️

[@drfreud65]

12:55-- that's a Baby Tender Love. A doll young girls took care of in the 70's.

[@iremgul3760]

17:10 libido killer!

[@bjmajor]

This was an amazing episode. I could relate to the Disney collector, though my own items come nowhere near the amount she had.

[@arosencrantz18]

I'm amazed that he can actually be "romantic" with his wife looking at all that stuff!!!

[@yz4043]

Same! They probably do it with the lights off

[@malyunjama7750]

The reason why he's so romantic of his wife is because she was not like that or he appreciated the way she is that's called true love why you jealous leave the woman alone and hope for the best for her how about that

[@balisandra94]

@@malyunjama7750 no one here is jealous, just bewildered.

[@theirmom4723]

Maybe, just maybe, this is how she keeps him off her...

[@suzymarshall4898]

@@theirmom4723 Yes!!! That is what I thought as well!

[@michellec2899]

This was very interesting, so sad to see these folks going through this mental illness. I believe that much continued therapy is the key ( maybe a lifetime). Much success to all! Cuddles from Canada 🙏🧘‍♀️🌼🌺🌸🇬🇧🇨🇦M

[@lynettep9309]

Awww "cuddles from Canada" is the most wholesome Canadian thing ever♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@orangeistheway2083]

Oscar winner Olivia Coleman is narrating.

[@batterbury4477]

Writing from San Diego- One of my dear friends is a hoarder and his apt building is being sold. I really gained alot of insight from Margaret's story. And I really like Margaret and think she she is amazing for letting all these strangers into her life, house and trust. When she blew-up at the de-clutters- BOY SO WOULD I !! - just too much BUSYBODY pushed on her too fast. She has a lot of strength and spirit- I wish the best for her

[@wioi]

I agree I wouldn't want other people to tell me what of my own belongings I should throw away, or them to throw away my things.

[@lorettacarroll6015]

I feel for these people. I have a niece this way and I just want to jump in and clear everything. It won't work because it doesn't solve the problem. I am the opposite. I don't like keeping things around. I go through every few months and just get rid of stuff and reorganize.

[@cruisingkirby.8188]

I would never feed my dog expired food.

[@kittycat5962]

Great energy ❤️ really enjoyed the video

[@andreabrava6899]

If I was Grahan, I would have divorsed a long time ago.

[@chellesy02]

Same thought. He must have loved her that much. Now, this is true love. LOL

[@yz4043]

*Graham *divorced

[@babbler1488]

Dr stelios is drinking her coffee 😱

[@vivianchao9421]

loneliness is another major problem here too.l wish she could come to Africa and start a new life full of love and people around.

[@yasminister2011]

That’s such a sweet comment 🥰

[@suredeydo]

All that money wasted on knickknacks. 🙄

[@joannasliwa8147]

Claire's spending on Disney stuff is quite heartbreaking

[@joolzg1936]

@@joannasliwa8147 ....I know so much money.

[@skeptigal2785]

How does her husband not object to the cost?

[@julieross1984]

And it all will end up in landfill in a few years too. So much environmental harm from producing the knick knacks and packaging and shipping of it, then contributing to the waste problem.

[@ammelr]

So, that can of tinned food was most likely fine! When the episode aired in April 2014, it was a year and four months past "best before." USDA says that canned goods are typically still good 1 1/2 to 5 years past the date, depending on the food.

[@leannewoodward4404]

That would specifically apply to US tinned food, which might be higher in salt, sugar, or other preservatives than other countries. Often guidelines differ between countries for a good reason

[@mysterylovescompany2657]

And the real shame, it's such a beautiful home. You can see from how much personality there is in her choice of furniture (like those oversized leather armchairs that are shaped like traditional wingbacks) & in how lovingly she's decorated the walls just how house-proud she used to be. It's such a tragic illness; it destroys ppl's identities.