I remember getting the book from a sale when I was a kid. I got the record a few years ago. Still has the instructions.

Now that our LLC is officially finalized, I wanted to take a moment to reshare something I posted on LinkedIn earlier today. Thank you for the continued support—we’re incredibly grateful for the community we’ve found here on Mantel and we're excited to continue growing together. This is just the beginning for Collectors MD. -Alyx, Founder of Collectors MD

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This past March, I launched Collectors MD—a purpose-driven media company and community platform built to support and empower the modern collector.

Rooted at the intersection of content, connection, and accountability, Collectors MD is more than a brand—it’s a movement. We’re reimagining what it means to collect in today’s high-pressure, fast-paced digital landscape, with a focus on intention, education, and mental wellness.

Through original editorial content, social storytelling, our podcast series, and peer support programming, we’re helping collectors navigate the highs and lows of their respective hobbies in a more grounded, informed, and sustainable way.

Within just three months, we’ve already accomplished so much—forming strategic partnerships with organizations like Birches Health and Gamban to bring real tools, safeguards, and support into the collectibles space. Together, we're helping bridge the gap between digital wellness, mental health, and hobby culture.

We’re actively collaborating with brands and advertisers who want to support a healthier, more transparent future for the collectibles space.

If you're interested in working together, feel free to reach out: info@collectorsmd.com

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Published June 22, 2025 | By Alyx E, Founder of Collectors MD

In a hobby built on hype, speed, and constant change, it’s easy to feel lost—even for longtime collectors. The jargon piles up. The acronyms blur. The excitement starts to outpace the understanding. And suddenly, what was supposed to be fun feels overwhelming.

That’s why we created the Collectors MD Hobby Dictionary—not just as a glossary of terms, but as a foundation. A tool designed to help collectors move through the hobby with confidence, clarity, and intention.

Because knowing the difference between a refractor and a superfractor, or a comp and a pop report, isn’t just about sounding educated—it’s about being empowered. It’s about understanding what you’re buying, what you’re chasing, and how to protect yourself in a space where that knowledge matters more than ever.

Whether you’re brand new to the hobby or looking to reconnect after burnout, our dictionary is here to help you reset. Learn at your own pace. Make informed choices. Understand the language so you don’t get lost in the noise.

And at the bottom of the page, you’ll find something just as important—our Collectors MD Core Terms and recovery-aligned language. These aren’t about card terms—they’re about you. Words like chasing, guilt, temptation, transparency, intention, support. They remind us that collecting doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It affects our emotions, our relationships, our finances, and our sense of self.

These terms are there to help you not just collect better, but live better while collecting.

So if you’re looking to continue your journey with more grounding, more awareness, and a little less chaos—start with language. Because when you can name what you’re experiencing, you can start to change it.

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Clarity starts with knowing what you’re really holding—on the card and in yourself.

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A living guide to the language of the hobby—built to educate, clarify, and empower collectors at every level.

This isn’t just a glossary. It’s a tool for reflection. A way to make sense of the terms, parallels, and platforms that shape our experience—so we can collect with more intention, not confusion.

Whether you’re new to the space or deep in the game, this resource was made for you. No gatekeeping. No fluff. Just real definitions that help you stay grounded in a hobby that moves fast.

Visit the link below to explore the full dictionary.
Because the more we understand, the harder it is to lose ourselves in the hype.

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Language matters. Clarity protects.

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