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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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You are a huge inspiration, @Dimity . Well done.

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Yesterday I tidied for 6 hours. Tomorrow I'll try again.

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take it easy @Dimity my back hurts just reading that lol

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OMG @Dimity ! I'm so impressed, blown away!

I hope this also means you're feeling better with less pain in your back?

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Hello @NatureLover @TAB after taking things quietly for several weeks my back is pretty good thanks but I still can't really lift heavy weights. Today I had help to transport 11 boxes from offsite... so I now have even more to sort through. I'll be donating a lot of it. I'll see how much I can get done over the next fortnight. It's a challenge.

Hello @Oaktree @Shaz51 @Former-Member @tyme @PeppyPatti I hope your efforts lately have been successful.

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@Dimity

Sounds like a busy time. Remember to take breaks and go easy on yourself.

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Thanks @Oaktree will do.

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Dear @Dimity

congratulations what an achievement

PeppiPatty

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Thanks @PeppyPatti yes I'm trying

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steady steady wins the race @Dimity

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