Hoarding Stuff

In this episode Heather and Dave are in conversation with Janice Connolly (aka Barbara Nice), and discuss with her the work she has done with mental health issues and her play "Stuff". Touching on how theatre can be used to examine the issues and challenges people face in life.

In this episode fifteen, amongst other things Heather and Dave discuss what people hoard, and even attempt to create a top five. Let us know what you think would be on your list.

In this episode Heather and Dave discuss the potential use of some technologies in addressing hoarding issues and organisation. It will be something to be looked at again no doubt in the future. If you have any ideas or tips about using tech for dealing with the challenges of  either over buying stuff, or keeping stuff then let us know either at help@cloudsend.org.uk or david@cloudsend.org.uk...

In this episode Heather and Dave discuss the dreaded floundering. At a certain point, and under certain circumstances we all lost steam, and may even go somewhat backward in our efforts. Dave talks about his own personal experiences concerning his recent foray into the quicksand of the flounder. (Episode Thirteen)

In this episode Heather talks to  Dr Dean Burnett (neuroscientist, lecturer, author and much more). They discuss trauma and change and how our brains deal with these things in our lives. For more information regarding Dean's work then you can find more out at Dean Burnett – neuroscientist, author, blogger, occasional comedian and all-round ‘science guy’ (Episode Twelve)

In this episode of hoarding stuff Heather and Dave discuss grief, and the many forms that it can take. They talk about personal and general ways that this can have an impact on everyday life. (Episode Eleven)

In this episode of hoarding stuff Heather discusses hoarding with David and Pip, with an emphasis on how bereavement and loss can be contributing factors to issues with cluttering and our feelings about stuff. (Episode Ten)

In this episode Heather talks to Dave and Gordon about their experiences of gathering stuff around them. Gordon explains what he thinks a definition of hoarding is. And we find out how a brick made its way from the UK to Australia. If you have any questions or comments please send them to help@cloudsend.org.uk (Episode Nine)

In this episode of Hoarding Stuff Heather talks to Pip and Dave about the value of the things people bring into their homes and keep, and some of the psychology behind it. They discuss how they have seen people who are considered to be hoarders being treated. Plus much much more. (Episode Eight)

In this episode Heather Matuozzo (director of Clouds End CIC) talks with Dave and Rachel about their experiences of hoarding and everyday life. The challenges that are faced when just trying to live ordinary everyday life, during the lockdown and with the challenges of bringing stuff into the home. is there a balance and how can it be found? (Episode Seven)

In this episode of Hoarding stuff Heather talks with Helen and David about there experiences of acquiring and organisation. The kinds of thing that the two of them gather around them, and the way that they relate to those things. With an emphasis on crafts and arts, and what we allow ourselves to do, sometimes stopping because of self inflicted pressures. (Episode Six)

In this episode of the Hoarding Stuff podcast Heather and David discuss revelations. The things that we have realised over past year of being locked down. What has it meant to people who hoard, or even those who don't? What lessons can be taken away from the experience, and are there any positive as well as negative things to be gained. Plus of course some verbal meanderings and distractions on th...

In this episode of Hoarding Stuff Heather Matuozzo  (Clouds End CIC) and her guest Dave Woods will be examining hoarding and Christmas. What can you do during the festive season to think differently about gifts? They explore and hopefully provide some alternatives for those who wish for something different this year (or even next year). Have a listen and let us know if anything else springs t...

In this third episode Heather Matuozzo (Director of Clouds End CIC) and David Woods discuss the idea of neuroplasticity. The ability of the brain to adapt and bounce back. This follows on from their previous discussion about the concept of resilience from episode two in the series. Science has shown that the brain has a much wider ability to adapt than previously accepted as possible, and can lead...

In this second episode of Hoarding Stuff  host Heather Matuozzo (director of Clouds End CIC) discusses resilience and many other topics with Dave Woods.. Resilience being defined as the ability to bounce back from difficult circumstances and resolve issues quickly, Heather breaks it down into five components: 1) self awareness 2)mindfulness 3)self care 4)positive relationships 5)purpose and m...

This is the first in a series of podcasts dealing with the subject of "hoarding, disorganisation and cluttering". Hopefully it will be a light hearted adventure as host Heather Matuozzo (director of Clouds End CIC) discusses this and many other topics with Dave Woods to get to the bottom of some complex issues. Heather has been working now for many years in this field, and David will be sharing so...