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The magic of tidying

The magic of tidying

Decluttering and minimising. Taking control of house and garden, nurturing body and soul. I've read Marie Kondo and read a little on a related Swedish method and feel inspired. I've been a borderline hoarder and lived with depression for too long and want to take the initiative. Has anyone done this? Or is there anyone who'd like to try with me?

I've sorted my books and uni notes. I've decided to sell some furniture when lockdown lifts. But the other papers and STUFF in the house and the jungle outside have me beaten atm. Some mutual encouragement and support is the only thing that's going to get me through. I know I'll have to face some decisions like "will I ever use that fabric stash" or "how many books in the TBR ,pile is too many" or "where do I start in the kitchen". Boxing isn't the answer, it was a temporary reprieve.

It's going to be a contest between my commitment to getting sorted and the looming possibility of having to move and downsize for my health. Having control of my space will be a win in either the old space or a new one.

Setting goals. Celebrating achievements. Sharing life hacks. Is anyone on board?

Dimity.

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Good stuff @Oaktree, you're on top of it. Having order in the house makes you feel better. I am happy for you that you have got a regular cleaner it will make things a bit easier for you

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Well done @Oaktree , way to go my friend

Keep going with the cleaner 💪

Hello @Former-Member , @Dimity , @NatureLover , @TAB

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Hi @Shaz51

It makes sense to keep going with the cleaner but my house is terrible and it’s embarrassing getting someone in. It stresses me out so much. I panic clean before she comes. Anyway today is the first time meeting this lady. She seems nice and we had a bit of a chat while she cleaned my kitchen sink and benches. The cleaner is covered by the NDIS

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@Shaz51 @Oaktree @Former-Member my place is overwhelming and I had a bad day so I just walked around the block and picked up a full bag of litter - a minor win

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Still a win my @Dimity 🥰

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Definitely a win @Dimity

We do what we can.

I only got so much done today because I was supported. I am pooped now. Told hubby he can put the appliances back on the bench.

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Thanks @Shaz51 @Oaktree .

You may be pooped @Oaktree but you've done well. It should be easier next time.

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Thanks @Dimity

I hope it will be easier. At least the cleaner won’t be a total stranger next time. We chatted and she seemed nice

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@Dimity @Shaz51 @Former-Member @NatureLover @TAB

Today I hung out a load of laundry. Yeaterday I started cleaning my bedroom. Threw out a garbage bag full of stuff and took down posters. Cleaned the inside of the door and one wall

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Hello @Oaktree I was going to post on here today! I've been cleaning too! I also baked a loaf of bread. Swept and mopped the kitchen floor. It really took it out of me. I struggle with housework. But the kitchen floor is now mopped. Laundry was put out on the line early this morning. I think I'm totally out of it for now. Might just call it a day lol

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