Dr. Ragan did the math on the cost of the recent Oprah Hoarding Show and estimated it to be close to $500,000 in labor alone! If cost is a concern, find an accountability partner that you can trade services with. This way you both are providing value for each other without incurring any cost. Hold a possessions party for ten friends. Ask them to bring an appetizer and 10 items to trade. This can be a healthy substitute for shopping.

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