Comments on: What are you really holding on to…and why?

By: Eliza

Eliza — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 21:16:12 +0000

@Barbara – I think decluttering is an ongoing act. What might have been valuable to us before no longer is. I think we need to have a good look around on a regular basis. This allows us to move out what no longer holds meaning and possibly bring in something new that reflects where we are now at.

By: Barbara Swafford

Barbara Swafford — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:05:43 +0000

Hi Janice and Eliza,

I read this post previously, but needed to read it again as I continue on my declutttering mission. It’s reminded me I can get rid of even more than I have thus far. And you’re right, when we get rid of the excess clutter, we find hope at the bottom of the box.

By: Eliza

Eliza — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:42:14 +0000

@Cheryl – I found the psychology of why we collect stuff fascinating. I went through an extensive decluttering exercise 3 years ago when a long term relationship came to an end. I was brutal in deciding what to keep. I allowed myself a grieving process for each piece, then out it went. Now I only own what is truly functional or truly ME.

By: Cheryl Wright

Cheryl Wright — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:35:08 +0000

This is heavy stuff Janice. I see myself in several of the scenarios you listed. I have some serious work to do so I’ll begin today. With trash bags and boxes I am embarking on a journey to declutter at a deeper level than I have in the past.

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Clutter: What are You Really Holding Onto…and Why? — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:19:26 +0000

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By: Janice | Sharing the Journey

Janice | Sharing the Journey — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:46:57 +0000

Thanks for giving me the chance to do this guest post! As you discovered, homelife coaching is my passion. It works as well as medicine when it comes at the right time!