I’ve recently shifted out of my home of 13 years, not nearly as long as you have had your things. But every item counts, and the thought of throwing things away feels like throwing away a part of the self. In the end I’d have to giddy up to the reality that after all the things are gone, I’m still here. Those are my stories, i am many stories. More stories to come.
Yes, this is true. Many things do bring back memories and stories. And those are worth holding onto. But things that were purchased and are no longer useful or used, why keep them. Certain stages of our lives we did certain things that required different clothes, or equipment. If we no longer do those things or have interest in them, we don't need the stuff. The broomball shoes are the perfect example. We lived in the arctic for 3 tears. broomball was an activity to stave off boredom in the long winters. Those shoes have not been used since 1995 and no one plays broomball anymore. Out they go!
So true Laura: "But here's the beautiful thing I've discovered: clearing space physically has helped me clear space mentally. With each bag of donations, recycling, or plain old trash, I've felt lighter—not just in my home but in my spirit." I'm doing a little spring cleaning again too. It does make one lighter in every way. Good luck!
Absolutely! And I finally got permission to dispose of my husband's broomball shoes from 1993. And the rubber shoe coverings from the 1980's. It's a start. Lol.
When he retires in 2028, another round will commence.
I’ve recently shifted out of my home of 13 years, not nearly as long as you have had your things. But every item counts, and the thought of throwing things away feels like throwing away a part of the self. In the end I’d have to giddy up to the reality that after all the things are gone, I’m still here. Those are my stories, i am many stories. More stories to come.
Yes, this is true. Many things do bring back memories and stories. And those are worth holding onto. But things that were purchased and are no longer useful or used, why keep them. Certain stages of our lives we did certain things that required different clothes, or equipment. If we no longer do those things or have interest in them, we don't need the stuff. The broomball shoes are the perfect example. We lived in the arctic for 3 tears. broomball was an activity to stave off boredom in the long winters. Those shoes have not been used since 1995 and no one plays broomball anymore. Out they go!
So true Laura: "But here's the beautiful thing I've discovered: clearing space physically has helped me clear space mentally. With each bag of donations, recycling, or plain old trash, I've felt lighter—not just in my home but in my spirit." I'm doing a little spring cleaning again too. It does make one lighter in every way. Good luck!
Absolutely! And I finally got permission to dispose of my husband's broomball shoes from 1993. And the rubber shoe coverings from the 1980's. It's a start. Lol.
When he retires in 2028, another round will commence.
It’s kind of exhilarating - liberating all that space - in mind and closet!