He buys anything that he considers a bargain, whereas I have become offended by over-consumption.
Because it is impossible to find anything in this mess, he buys a new item when we already have that item - somewhere! As a result, we have multiples of everything and our house is full of stuff.
I’ve spent hundreds of hours trying to organize, inventory, box things, etc. If I didn’t spend that time, the house would be a junkyard, and I resent having to spend my time this way. As I look around, inside and outside the house, I feel rage. We’ve been married for many years, and I guess this is a petty thing, but it bothers me more and more. At this point I almost feel like it’s a deal breaker.DEAR DESPERATE: I disagree with your assessment of your husband’s behavior. In my view, he does exhibit signs of having a hoarding disorder.
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