I have so much crap in this house. Not Hoarders A&E style, but most definitely have a lot of stuff. I'm finding that my major excuses are that of what this month's REAL SIMPLE magazine has listed as reasons. There are 6, but I would say mostly I love by 3 of them when it comes to the reasons for my clutter.
1) If someone gave me something or it has meaning I feel guilty about getting rid of it. A gift, a stupid and I repeat stupid, wedding or baby shower favor or a memoir of some sort. From now on, if I'm not using it, I'm tossing it. Two words...cash and candy. That way no one's feelings get hurt.
2) If I give something away I want it to go to a good home. You know the saying "One man's junk in another man's treasure". Well most pirates and treasure hunters make it known that they are looking for something so from no on, unless someone makes it known they are looking for something...buh bye junk.
3) I'm going to need it or it will be worth something later. I've never really needed something I have gotten rid of and if I do, I'm over it in a minute.
So...if you're like me...apply the above. I have large bags of clothes, a bag of shoes, handbags and accessories, and a bunch of kitchen crap to get rid of in May alone. Happy DeCulttering!
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