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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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@Dimity

Good luck for today. I am hoping that you are feeling a little more motivated.

If not, that’s ok too.

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Morning @Dimity , with you today my friend 🧡

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support workers, should understand your cans and cants, i am an independent support worker struggling with my mental health issues but my clients are always number one, just be you.

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Hello and welcome @Complex123

Just a little tip , put a @ In front of members names so they can receive your message 😊

Yes I agree that social workers should be understanding

How are you going today

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thanks for that, trying to navigate these forums with a fast flowing brain is not easy, I'm ok, navigating life, death of someone i was with at work and home together for 39 years, break up of new relationship of 3 months, packing up house I've been in for 18 years, trying to find rental, in an ever increasing price increase market, as well as PTSD anxiety and Depression otherwise ok but fresh air is good

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@Complex123 , you have a lot on your plate at the moment, take on day at a time

I know it is sometimes hard to do as we had a house fire and lost everything and to have to move and start again

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so sorry to hear i am happiest when i am busy with my clients and i am also starting my own support service business as i am with Mable but they are so slow to pay its killing me when I'm busy I'm at my best but when I'm slow and have think time is when i go into darkness, thank you for your help and suggestions really appreciate

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Way to go @Complex123

For starting your own support services business

Yes I know what you mean, my husband is at his best when busy , we have just retired, which is nice but have to be busy doing things or else

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we are on same page I'm busily applying for jobs and have a house to look at Saturday, what a minefield doing online applications

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Hi @Complex123

Sounds like you have a lot going on at the moment. Do as Shaz suggests and just be kind to yourself. Remember to do some self care. Hope to get to know you more

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