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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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@TAB seems self evident that you enjoy getting the job done ✅

A satisfying day. Well done you 🙌🏼👏🏼

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Hi @Shaz51 did you start your June decluttering? I haven't yet.

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hello @Dimity

Got someone who is taking my grandmother`s 1970`s cane couch tomorrow 😎, was going to re cushion them but way too expensive

@Glisten , @tyme , @Cuddlebear , @Appleblossom , @Emelia8 , @Oaktree

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@Shaz51 can be very expensive Shazzy. But what isn’t expensive?

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Wise move @Shaz51 . I might get a couch cover for my sofa.

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@Dimity , @Glisten , I have grandma`s other couch set, my mum`s lounge setting and our`s lounge chairs 😁

plenty of chairs for sitting

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Good you won't be short of seating @Shaz51 . Well done - you're probably clearing some space.

Just chores and grocery shopping for me today, I'm not in a good headspace for decluttering.

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Morning @Dimity , well done for what you did yesterday xx

how are you this morning

all the stuff that was on the couch are all where the couch was

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Hello @Shaz51

Bright winter sunshine here. A few tears for no real reason.

Realised I'm overstocked with catfood so will try to use it before buying more, it should reduce the kitchen clutter.

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Hugs ❤️ @Dimity

I have been awake since 3am

Not a good night for hubby

Had tears early this morning too

Load of washing on

Couch would now fit in her car , so we will take it there for her

@Ru-bee

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