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Clutter-free living. Monthly Tips.
Let's call it "rightsizing" versus "downsizing"
This is what author Ciji Ware calls simplifying your surroundings while keeping what matters most. Moving is overwhelming enough without having the added stress of hours and hours of decision-making and the physical work of clearing out extra possessions you no longer need or use. I suggest going through your "stuff" at least yearly and recognize that the storage of items you say to yourself you might use someday is actually bogging you down. You have to find room for the “might use someday” items in a potentially crowded space; you can’t always find what you're looking for when you do need it—let alone remember you even have it! I parted with stadium cushions perfect to use at a Bear’s game at Solder Field. Guess what? In 25 years of living in Chicago, I never needed the cushions because never went to a game. If I do go someday, I’ll try to borrow some or pinch hit with a blanket or buy cheap on Craig's List. Consider keeping a donation bag out at all times and fill it up each and every time you come across an item you know in your gut you no longer need or use or even like anymore. Someone will find pleasure with your unwanted items.
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