Why Do We Hoard Things? Wharton Professor Jonah Berger Explains the Psychology of Hoarding

This episode discusses the importance of meaning in our lives, emotional attachments to items, and the impact of clutter in both physical and digital spaces.

The conversation highlights how ordinary items can be perceived as treasures, leading to overwhelming emotional connections. This can result in cluttered environments filled with unused items.

Listeners are encouraged to understand the reasons behind their clutter and to find effective management strategies to create more organized spaces.