Work Smarter, Not Harder by Breaking Your Counterproductive Bad Habits

There's a lot to be said for focusing on your strengths. After all, those things you do well set you apart and help you stand out in a competitive environment. But, the idea that you should "play to your strengths and ignore your weaknesses" can be the biggest obstacle to reaching your greatest potential.



While ignoring your bad habits may help you feel good initially, that avoidance will eventually catch up to you. When you don't address the unproductive and unhealthy things you're doing alongside your good habits, you'll stagnate. Despite your best efforts and hard work, those few little bad habits will hold you back in a big way.



Bad habits aren't just about smoking or late night cookie binges. Bad habits can include a variety of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral pitfalls. While some people avoid change and struggle with self-pity, others resent other people's success and don't learn from their mistakes. We're all prone to pitfalls that can hold us back unless we're open to acknowledging and changing our habits.



Avoid Inadvertent Self-Sabotage



Engaging in good habits 90 percent of the time, while indulging in bad habits 10 percent of time, places you at risk of being like a hamster running in a wheel. Despite all the energy you're exerting, you won't move forward. You'll never be able to outrun your bad habits. Instead, you'll simply exhaust yourself and begin to question yourself when you aren't growing and reaching new heights of success.



Imagine a person who goes to the gym every day and works out for two hours. He prides himself on the fact that he sticks to his schedule, even on the days when he doesn't feel like exercising. He works hard, and feels pleased that for the first time in his life, he's finally committed to getting healthy.



But, after a few months, he's not seeing the results he'd hoped for. He begins to wonder if there's something wrong with his metabolism and at times, he assumes his body just wasn't meant to change. After all, he's putting in a lot of work to get in shape.



Despite his hard work, however, he doesn't change his eating habits. In fact, he rewards himself for working out by stopping at the drive-thru on his way home from the gym. He figures he deserves a treat and he enjoys a burger, fries, and a shake as a late night snack. He's so focused on what he's doing well -- going to the gym -- that he overlooks the fact that his eating habits are completely undermining his efforts.



Although that example seems somewhat ridiculous, that's exactly what many of us do in our everyday lives. We focus so much on all the things we're doing right, that we overlook all the ways in which we inadvertently sabotage our best efforts.



Until you acknowledge what you're doing to hold yourself back from becoming your best, following advice like, "focus on your strengths" and "look at the positive," won't take you to the next level. Becoming better requires you to address your counterproductive bad habits.



Work Smarter, Not Harder



Time and energy are finite. You only have so many hours in a day and so many days of your life. The solution to using your time wisely isn't about exerting more energy -- eventually you'll run out of steam. The key to reaching your greatest potential is about working smarter, not harder.



Working smarter, however, requires you to address those bad habits that are holding you back. Acknowledging the unproductive thoughts and ineffective behavior that you've tried to ignore can be uncomfortable. But, stepping out of your comfort zone and choosing to proactively address bad habits will skyrocket your ability to create long-lasting change.



Just like a chain is only as strong as its weakest link, we're only as good as our worst habits. Strengthening our weakest areas is the most powerful way to begin reaching our greatest potential. Letting go of the things that hold you back will propel you forward.



Amy Morin is an internationally recognized expert on mental strength and the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do.



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What Happened When I Broke Up With Anxiety

I was that girl.



I'm not anymore. I gave up my superstitions, rituals of the mind, paralyzing, inhibiting. I lost opportunities to love and be loved. I broke up with Anxiety around the time I surrendered my invisible credentials in "Master of External Locus of Control." It was hard because I had the thing framed in gilded gold. Okay, it was like faux gold, not even gold leaf. Probably. It was heavy, too.



I was born with an Atlas-back, a shape I tipped around my core. It was before we knew about Pilates. I had it all, the entire world, on my shoulders. I bragged about it (rookie mistake). In my circles, it was competitive practice. Anxiety never wanted me, but I was bored and lonely. I needed affirmation, or something.



I was comfortable in martyrdom, taking responsibility for everything awful that happened. I was a good lackey, shaping my cred, poised as Robin to Batman, great fodder for kids under 7 to wear as a costume for Halloween. I wrote myself out of Batman's will, his cape, his mask. I would never have a butler. Forget the Batmobile.



I had a dead-end job, ghost writer of bubblegum comics. The main plot lines were guilt and shame. It never panned out. I couldn't take off with no real place to land. Anxiety invited me on a date. We shopped around for problems after Jurassic Park. They didn't cost money, so I took them all.



It wasn't Anxiety. It was me. I hoarded issues in case we ran out of material to keep things authentic. Best to stock up if someone needed rescuing. Nobody could do it but me!



I grew up in a superstitious family. Every time a black cat ran across the road while my mother was driving, she crossed herself. I'd be in the back wondering why I couldn't bring the kitty home, sleep with it, cuddle it, and give it a name, which was the line no one could cross, right?







Every time I was at my grandma's house, I jumped when the phone rang. It was a vintage yellow number. She wound its cord round her finger, pulling at her starched hair. She talked to her lady friends about obituaries in the paper, honing in on the "young ones," particularly tragic, since their lives seemed to end unfairly and too soon. I hooked my fingertips into its dials, touched the smooth-coated wire, pastel yellow, like dinner mints we scooped out of cut-glass dishes in silver spoons after supper.



Grandma's face went all slack when a bird missed its trajectory and fell onto a window or glass door. She maintained someone was going to die. She recounted the last three times this happened, and she named the last three people who died within 24 hours of the last three times it happened. I was under the World Book Encyclopedia collection, seated, feigning mutism. Those books were hardly cracked. They were preppy-shiny, all green and white, niched in rows on polished walnut shelves.



I impersonated "calm," which I got all wrong. I wasn't known for robust, layered emotions. I was a natural student of extremes, taught by the amateur dramatists comprising my family. I did the math in my head, even though I failed math. Anyway, I predicted who was next. I sat on the edge of Grandma's couch, stiff and stylish in '80s ikat.



The old TV bulged from its tube, fake wood slicked in mahogany effects. I twisted its knobs between the four channels. I waited for news. Maybe it was my great grandmother, who was going senile and still driving. Maybe it was my parents, who'd flown to Jackson Hole. I'd read the landing strip there was tricky.



I was the girl doing spells, driving panic attacks out of elevators. I amped up my voodoo when they shot up faster. I grabbed Anxiety's hand for steadiness. I had worried eyes, too big and expressive to hide. My heart beat faster than Edgar Allan Poe's beneath the floorboards.



Anxiety and I were together. I thought it was forever.



We tumbled fast through foxholes of youth. Over the hills, through the woods, in trees and valleys, we rolled along, to grandma's house, devoid of merriment but surviving. Negative Thoughts met My Associations. We hosted dinner parties in my neurons. We collected wait lists in the way children with reputations collect discipline referrals, or the way my sister collected parking tickets in college because she just didn't want to walk that far.



Anxiety consumed me, with my permission, digging little pathways, moles hedging under grasses. We were an annoying and ill-fitting pair. Looking back at our photos, I see it now, how wrong we were together.



Control is a superpower we cast with villains. It want to give it a makeover and a new cape. Not a cape, a sword, maybe a shield. I will cover my heart and protect my head, sensibly and strategically, plain but strong.



We have control, you and I. Over thoughts and feelings, situations and choices. We hold the reigns. Shuffling leather lines, passing them between hands, ours is the choice to gallop, trot, stand still, or surrender to the wind. Bound by spitballs, held in cat-cradle strings of fear, spindling, we are dark straw in Rumpelstilkskin's imp-hands, primed for a sweet, golden lifetime exchange of despair for joy.



I'm no expert, but of all the things I've given up, anxiety is my best so far. I sleep at night. I remember to eat. I listen for my laughter in movement and my strength in stillness. I am dating Mindfulness. I think Mindfulness is The One. I'm okay with all of this, all of me.









I am studying for new diplomas, like, "Content," "Good Enough," "Forgiving." I might even frame them. Probably. When it feels right. I'm going with gold. The real deal. I won't hang it up or anything. I don't need anyone's approval. I'll just know.



I was that girl.



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For Firas Kittaneh, The Future of Sleep Starts With a Better Mattress

Firas Kittaneh wants to disrupt the mattress industry. And the success of his online mattress company Amerisleep is about more than people's increased willingness to buy a mattress online without every trying it out in a showroom. It's about something much bigger: our changing attitude toward sleep.



As Kittaneh points out, we spend a significant part of our home lives in bed. And more and more people around the world are seeing that a good night's sleep requires more than a subpar mattress in a distraction-filled bedroom. We are living through an incredible time, when the importance of sleep -- to our health, our creativity, our productivity, and indeed every aspect of our lives -- is finally getting its due.



In answer to my questions, Kittaneh shared his insights on how we shop for mattresses, the future of the "smart" bedroom, and how to create the conditions for a truly good night's sleep.



What trends do you see in how people are creating their sleep spaces?



One trend I've noticed over the past few years is that many people are actively looking for healthier bedding options. In addition to comfort, today's consumer wants to know what's in the beds that they buy, where the components come from and what type of impact they might have on their family.



Before, this information was rarely requested by customers and mattress manufacturers were hesitant to release it. These trends are what led us to develop plant-based memory foam mattresses and organic latex mattresses as alternative options for the shopper that values being eco-friendly.



The web is also definitely changing the way people shop for beds and bedding. Many people at least research, compare or check reviews online before shopping in stores, and the wider selection, pricing and convenience factor have really propelled the popularity of online mattress shopping.



I've also seen a huge increase in the use of social communities like Pinterest and Houzz by consumers to better inform how they decorate and remodel their bedrooms, which has had an impact on the overall mattress shopping experience.



What do you think is the future of "smart sleep," or technology-enhanced beds/bedding?



I think more and more people are starting to look at the bedroom as a functional part of the house due to greater awareness of the importance of healthy sleep. Since we spend most of our time at home in bed, it's really one of the most important rooms in the house.



Adjustable beds are seeing strong growth. It's not just seen as something for seniors anymore -- even younger people like the idea of being able to customize sleep positions. A couple of manufacturers are coming out with adjustable bases with app connectivity and other smart features to attract these tech-savvy sleepers.



Going forward, I think we will see a lot more emphasis on "smart" mattresses, bases and bedding designed to offer a more custom or personalized experience, whether in the form of adjusting temperature, pressure or other factors. One thing we have in the works are beds with "smart fabrics" designed to respond to the sleeper's body and boost oxygen levels for better, healthier sleep.



Connectivity to other smart devices within the home is also on the horizon. For example, beds will soon adjust the thermostat if you get too hot, turn off your TV and lights after you fall asleep, open your curtains in the morning or even sync with your kitchen appliances. Biometric data could also be an area of interest with bedding.



What mistakes do you see people making in how they set up their bedrooms and houses for sleep?



One of the biggest mistakes is having too much distraction in the bedroom. Ideally, the bedroom should really only be for sleep, not watching TV, working or doing other things.



If you make it a habit of watching your favorite shows, working or studying in bed, it makes it harder for your body and mind to associate the space with sleep. There is also quite a bit of evidence that electronics like smartphones, tablets and TVs used before bed cause us to stay up later due to light they emit, and may contribute to less restful sleep.



Light and temperature are also important things that can get overlooked. Research shows the ideal temperature for sleep is in between 60 and 70 degrees, which is cooler than a lot of people may be used to. Essentially, cooler temperatures support deep sleep.



Bedrooms should also be as dark as possible at night to support melatonin release. In addition to turning off electronics, many appliances have LED lights that glow pretty brightly, and windows that let too much light in can also affect rest especially for late sleepers.



Why is finding the right mattress so important, and what tips do you give to people to help them on their search?



The mattress is the foundation for sleep, and sleep is essential for so many aspects of physical health and mental well-being. If your bed is old, out of shape or uncomfortable, it's not going to help you get the best sleep possible.



In a nutshell, my most important tips for prospective mattress shoppers are to cast a wide net, spend time researching and comparing, and check reviews. Take a look at the diverse types of mattresses out there. Much has changed in the mattress world over the past ten years, so taking a little while to learn about beds before buying can help you make a more informed decision especially if you've only slept on springs.



Compare the pros and cons of different types against your personal preferences, and thoroughly research different beds and brands to see how they compare on value. This is where many people feel intimidated, but basically it's about asking for a breakdown of what's inside the mattress, quality of materials and manufacturer guarantees. While personal ideas of comfort vary quite a bit, checking for reviews online can also give you insight helpful for identifying your best match.



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Standard Procedure? With Meniscus Surgery There's No Such Thing

Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose is to have knee surgery to repair a torn medial meniscus in his right knee. While I am not privy to the details of his injury and cannot comment on his procedure, what I can tell you is that there is no such thing as a "standard procedure" when it comes to meniscus surgery.







All too often I hear, "I was told I have a torn meniscus cartilage in my knee. The doctor said it is a standard procedure to just remove the torn part. He does it all the time."



"Ugh," I think. Actually, each person is different. Each knee is different. Each torn meniscus cartilage is different. And most importantly, the outcome of each procedure is different.



Here's why.



The meniscus is the key shock absorber in the knee. When even small amounts of it are removed, the force concentration on the tibia goes up, wearing away the bearing surface and leading to early arthritis. When torn, the goal is to save as much of the meniscus as possible, preferably by repairing it or, if its truly irreparable, by removing as little as necessary to recreate a smooth surface from the frayed edges. Even the most common tears often have extra side tears or hidden degenerative areas that can affect the results.



The artistry of the surgeon determines how smooth and shaped the remaining tissue is. The scientific understanding of the surgeon to how important the tissue is, how to stimulate a new blood supply, how to use stem cells and growth factors to augment healing, how to suture the torn edges, or if necessary how to replace the meniscus with a new donor meniscus, all pre-determine how the surgeon is going to act when faced with the unique tear inside your knee.



You always need to know the bias of your surgeon. How often does he or she suture torn meniscus cartilages? Do they know how much to save in order to be able to replace the missing tissue successfully? Or is your surgeon a total joint replacement fan who thinks removing the torn tissue is no big deal because you can get your knee artificially replaced when it wears out?



Does your surgeon believe in regenerative medicine? If so he will try to save all the tissue, knowing that more natural tissue is better than less and that joint replacements aren't the panacea they are hyped to be? Or does your surgeon believe in meniscus replacement and knows how much to save in order to be able to replace the missing tissue successfully?



Each of these biases affects the approach to your knee. Ask about your surgeon's outcomes, too. Find out if they truly know their data by outcome studies or if they are using some other way to track how their patients do after surgery. Make sure they're not just guessing.



Finally, your biases play as big a role, too.



Are you willing to have a longer rehab period in order to permit tissue healing? Are you OK if an effort to save your meniscus fails and you need a follow-up procedure? Do you just want to get back to work quickly and aren't concerned with the long-term outcomes? Do you want to run marathons and need every bit of shock absorption possible? Have you and your surgeon agreed on the goals of the surgery?



I believe there is tremendous art to surgery and science to the artistry. I believe that every patient and every problem is unique and that it's important to try to match the surgeon's skills with the patient's needs. Part of a surgeon's job is to educate patients not just about what we can do today but what the future is bringing in terms of new techniques and understanding.



If you're told that your procedure is "standard," remember to ask, "Who is standard?" Standard procedure certainly does not fit in my vocabulary.



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Conflict Isn't 'Crazy'

From the beginning of time, humankind has been faced with conflict. The story of Adam and Eve embodies one of the oldest struggles: between good and evil, or an alternate interpretation between innocence and knowledge.



Fortunately some choices don't create conflict. The child who chooses between red and blue overalls knows that his favorite color is red. (No one has yet derailed his sense of agency or will.)



Experiencing conflict, although confusing, can actually be a sign of mental health. Conversely, the fear of exploring options can be hampering. Mr. A., for example, was raised by an abusive, alcoholic father, who hit him for reasons he couldn't understand. As a result, Mr. A. was fearful of making the "wrong" choice that would result in punishment. Therefore, he tried to squelch conflicts. This theme played out in his life, preventing him from speaking up for himself, and creating anxiety and psychosomatic symptoms. Recognizing the source of his fear helped him resolve the issue.



Conflicts don't always just arise from personal experience: culture as a whole can create them. As Samuel Huntington asserted in his 1992 Clash of Civilizations, the primary source of global conflict now lies in cultural and religious identities, which can have very personal ramifications.



Ms. D., for instance, experiences the results of this conflict. Raised from birth in the U.S. by parents from a Balkan country who expect her to agree to an arranged marriage, she is torn between choosing smooth relationships with her family or American customs. A conflict of this nature can take years to resolve.



Our psyches can delude us when we equate certainty with stability. The classic poem, "Richard Cory" by the poet Edward Arlington Robinson (1869-1935) graphically portrays a person who appears to have his life together but suffers unbearable turmoil.



Richard Cory



Whenever Richard Cory went down town,

We people on the pavement looked at him:

He was a gentleman from sole to crown,

Clean favored, and imperially slim.



And he was always quietly arrayed,

And he was always human when he talked;

But still he fluttered pulses when he said,

"Good-morning," and he glittered when he walked.



And he was rich -- yes, richer than a king --

And admirably schooled in every grace:

In fine, we thought that he was everything

To make us wish that we were in his place.



So on we worked, and waited for the light,

And went without the meat, and cursed the bread.

And Richard Cory, one calm summer night,

Went home and put a bullet through his head.



Conclusion: Conflict is inherent in the human condition and is more likely to cause problems when we fail to acknowledge, rather than face, it.



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7 Ways to Your Dream Body Right Now

Why is it so easy to fall into the pattern of negative self-talk about our bodies? One look at the latest models on fashion show runways and some bad lighting in a fitting room and suddenly we have gone from walking tall to shrinking under our puffiest down coat. It happens to the best of us, even the women on the actual runway themselves. We are all susceptible to negative self-talk, but the quicker we can learn to shift those thoughts back to the positive track the more we will stay on course to truly show up shining for every moment in our lives. Here are seven ways to instantly show yourself some love and celebrate your shape.







1. Lift weights -- It is easy to get stuck in the rut of long, punishing sessions on the elliptical trainer or stair master. I've been there, trying to burn off last night's dinner or dessert or get in shape for swimsuit season. Cardio exercise is an important part of a workout regimen, but instead of focusing on shrinking yourself, think about how you can take up some space in the world with your strengths and start a weight training routine. The more you focus on what your body can do rather than what shape or size it is, the more you will appreciate it. The weight room at any gym can admittedly be intimidating, especially if you feel like you don't know what you are doing. If you are a weight training novice take a group class at your gym, try CrossFit or find a circuit training studio. You will find inner strength you never knew you had and you may be surprised at your extra superpowers that develop outside of the gym as well.



2. Phone a friend -- Or even better, get outside and go for a power walk together. Nothing lifts the spirit quite like spending time with someone who reminds you that you are not alone in this world. Female friends give the incredible gift of nurturing, supporting and uplifting one another. They remind us we are worthy, just because we are here.



3. Drop the guilt -- Often times we overindulge on food or drinks and immediately feel guilty, rather than truly enjoying the splurge. By pouring guilt all over our moment of decadence we don't even give ourselves a chance to savor it and are more likely to feel the urge to repeat it again the next day. The guilt won't erase what happened. If you eat some fries or choose to have dessert, truly taste and enjoy. Be grateful for the food you are so lucky to have access to. Forgive yourself for your judgments and get back on track.



4. Toss the scale -- Scales don't measure muscle or strength or endurance or flexibility. Who wants to attach their self-worth to a number anyway? As long as you are eating healthy foods, getting regular exercise and feeling good in your clothes there is no reason not to celebrate your body. Do your clothes fit? Are you getting enough sleep? How is your stress level? These are all more important questions to know the answers to then the number on the scale.



5. Practice yoga and meditation -- when we bring our body and mind to a state of peace, it is easier to be kind to ourselves and the world around us. It becomes easier to feed ourselves nourishing food and get the exercise our body craves. With a quiet mind we create the space for self-love. Often times women think they will love themselves once they get to their ultimate size or fitness goal, but one is not conditioned on the other. The more we love ourselves right now, the easier the journey is.



6. Choose your media -- Nobody looks like the girl in the magazine, even her. Photoshop is used in everything now, to erase anything from a pimple to several inches on a persons midsection or thigh. It is important to remember this when looking at any mainstream media. Find positive and healthy people to follow on Instagram like @mykindoflife_em, @aldawomen and @ _theshift_. Did you see the unretouched photo leaks of Cindy Crawford and Beyonce lately? This shouldn't be news, it's just what women really look like.



7. Accept yourself -- I know, easier said than done, however the faster we can learn and love the kind of body we have, the quicker we can be to take care of it for optimal health and wellbeing. Some things like cellulite and long second toes may not be ideal but everyone has something they are better off accepting then spending precious time trying to change. If we can focus on how to be the best version of the body we have we are able to enjoy the gifts we were given, like amazing hair and the ability to stand on our head. If you don't know what type of body you have been given naturally, spend a day eating only what would truly make you feel full and nourished and take note of what those foods are. Ask yourself what form of movement would actually be fun and make you laugh and want to do it again the next day? These are all clues to your lasting health, enjoyment and wellbeing.



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Rebranding Hoarding: Choice or Affliction?

During a recent discussion with a friend and colleague, she encouraged me, "You need to rebrand hoarding. It just isn't sexy enough to garner the attention and support necessary for the reforms that will make treatment more accessible."



Sexy? I need to make hoarding sexy?







Fortunately, I highly respect her opinion and understood what she was getting at.



Although there have been many recent developments that have brought hoarding behaviors to the masses, individuals who find themselves buried in their trash, treasure, and thoughts are still largely misunderstood and unfairly labeled. The horrific tales of animal hoarding where literally hundreds of animals have barely survived, the popularity of docu-dramas like "Hoarders" and "Hoarding: Buried Alive," and the recent inclusion of a separate Hoarding Disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (the APA's exhaustive listing of psychological and psychiatric criteria for recognized disorders) have all played parts in developing the public's view of hoarding. Simply, it hasn't been enough.



It doesn't matter how a client comes to me, whether they've been referred by a case manager, a family member, friend, or they've sought out my help on their own, they have commonalities. Perhaps the largest challenge they face is the misconception that they have chosen to live the way they do. Even the most challenging clients I've worked with have, at some point, broken down and admitted that they don't like how they live yet they feel powerless to change it.



It can't be stressed enough, hoarding is not a life choice but a symptom of a mental health disorder. No one chooses to have a mental health issue. No one.



Jumping to the conclusion that someone with a mental health disorder has chosen to be afflicted is as ridiculous as concluding that a child with juvenile (Type 1) diabetes has chosen to have his or her body stop producing insulin. If I sat at a dinner party as someone shared that their child had been diagnosed with juvenile diabetes and commented regarding the error in judgment of the parent or the affected child for choosing juvenile diabetes, I'd be asked to leave immediately and would likely be blacklisted in moments via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. Sadly, people regularly make similarly ignorant comments to my clients, and to me, regarding hoarding behaviors.



"I just don't understand how anyone chooses to live that way. It's so disgusting!"



No one chooses to develop a mental health disorder, and hoarding behaviors are symptomatic of a mental health disorder.



How do we make hoarding sexy? How do we reframe it in an accessible way?



Conversation. Education. Research.



Mental health disorders are not choices we make. Bill Gullan, president at Finch Brands, phrased the problem well:

... we confuse disorders with traits -- or legitimate mental health issues with by-choice reactions to a situation or person. And the consequence is that people suffering from mental or behavioral conditions are seen -- by the boss, media, coach, peer -- as either being weak or willful, that they either can't hack it or choose not to. This leads to the stigma being greater, the sufferer feeling more isolated and the way forward more difficult to find.

As someone who has faced their own mental health challenges and faced head on the shame, condemnation, and ignorance of my family, friends and neighbors, I have some understanding of what it must be like to hear someone tell you that you've chosen to have a problem called hoarding. Additionally, I fully understand, as someone who grew up in a home where these behaviors were the norm, the weight of shame living like this puts on you. No one would choose this.



So let's change the conversation about hoarding and mental health disorders in general. It's time to rebrand hoarding and mental health disorders.



Mental health disorders will likely never be "sexy," but our view of them can be more favorable, more open to conversation, understanding, empathy, and mutual respect. We must rebrand these challenges as the afflictions they are so that those who need help can readily access it. This is an issue for today. We've seen so many other issues move through ignorance and into a common, supportive language that I believe we can do it now.



One person at a time. One day at a time. One call to action at a time.



Start right now. Share this article in your social media networks. Also, to learn more about what we are doing to make treatment for hoarding behaviors more accessible, check out Lightening the Load.



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