The Things We Carry: What Objects Have Meaning for You? (Psychology Today): This article explores the emotional significance of personal objects and the stories they represent.
Why We Become So Attached to Our Belongings (Scientific American): This article explores the psychological reasons behind our attachment to personal belongings.
Hoarding Can Be a Deadly Business (Scientific American): An examination of hoarding disorder and the powerful attachment people can have to objects.
If parting with possessions is a serious problem, you can now be officially diagnosed with hoarding disorder (Scientific American): An examination of hoarding disorder and the powerful attachment people can have to objects.
Unbelievable Photos That Show the Creepy Side of People’s Obsession with Collecting Objects (Business Insider): A photo gallery showcasing unusual collections, highlighting the stories behind these objects.
The Story We Tell with Our Stuff (On Being): This blog post reflects on how our possessions reflect our personal stories and values.
Stories & Objects: This website delves into the intersection of objects, stories, and memories, exploring how they shape our understanding of the world.
Incredible Stories: 10 Objects Chosen and Told by You (The Historic New Orleans Collection): This article features ten objects selected by the public, each with its unique story, showcasing the diverse and personal narratives associated with everyday items.
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TED Talk “Our Brains are Wired to Collect Things” by Daniel Krawczyk: Daniel Krawczyk explains the neurological basis for why humans collect objects.
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