I helped my stepson clutter bust this past weekend. We came upon some art supplies. I asked him about a paint-by-numbers kit. I asked if he liked using it or would he let it go. He scrunched his face and said, "Ummm, well, ahhhh."
I said those are the sounds of clutter. There was uncertainty in his voice. You can't hide the emotion of doubt. He got it that he was getting tangled up in the uncertainty. Once you notice it, it's a pretty bad taste. He decided to let the paint-by-numbers go.
When you go through your things, notice any hesitation about an item. It's a red flag. It's a powerful feeling to let go of something that is not a definitive yes. There's no room in our lives for things that aren't essential.
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Absolutely! We agree with this difficulty. Silvercrest Group.
You are putting you stepson on the path of de-clutter at an early age. Sure we could have seen the clutter coming. Too many life experiences make it difficult to see or let go of clutter.
Thanks for making it easier and sometimes fun to let go. And, Hurrah for you getting better!!!
And recognizing your strength.
So glad you're going better! Thought of you and how much I appreciate your work today when I wrote this: http://upliftandconquer.wordpress.com/2013/10/08/abandon-normal-instruments/
Thanks for your comments, Barb and Audrey. It's amazing the discoveries that come out of asking yourself what you like and no longer like.
I'm so glad you're well enough to write. I've been filling boxes for charity pickup every week and things are slowly getting under control. Bankers box by bankers box and trash bag by trash bag. I notice now how I feel about things. I actually put some of my mother's (formerly sacred object) handbags and art objects out for the last pickup. I wouldn't have done that one week one but week six is a different matter. I'm in much better tune with what I care about and what I don't. Thank you so much for all your writings on the subject. They're very very helpful.
Congratulations, Dorthy! It's incredible how the resistance to letting go of what doesn't actually matter drops away with time.
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