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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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umm I stuffed it again not long after back at work @Dimity had zero pain nearly for 2weeks prior now prob worse then ever

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That's no good @TAB . Do you know what the damage is? Have you had scans etc,? It might need more than resting to put it right.

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only saw report the other day as did GP, multiple attempts to get it to GP, just assumed he had seen results @Dimity have appt to see specialist

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Not easy @TAB . I hope you don't have to wait too long for the specialist appt.

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yeah it was already made before things went pear shaped @Dimity thanks

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Aw thank you @HenryX, that really means a lot to me 💙 I equally find your engagement here in the forums to be encouraging and really heartfelt. It brings me a lot of joy to see your community spirit, something we need more of in the world.

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So glad to hear you have "broken the drought" in the tidying department and that the garden looks more inviting to you @Dimity

My food forest has grown wild with all the rain and lack of regular care but it's nothing that can't be dealt with in time with a bit of effort on my part.

Many plants, particularly the pumpkins, beans, strawberries and citrus are producing really well just now despite my neglect.

Take care,

RedHorse 🌹🐴

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Hi @HenryX and thanks for your comment.

Yes indeed, I've been up, down, round and down again, much like I'm riding a roller coaster recently.

I'm hoping things are going to even out for me following a productive appointment with my GP on Wednesday which led to a number of follow up medical and psych appointments for me to attend in the coming weeks.

Take care,
RedHorse 🌹🐴

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https://youtu.be/RGT4V6JmINA
@RedHorse for yr 'foodforest 'lol

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Thanks @TAB

Very evocative. I haven't listened to The Cure in way too long...

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