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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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Hello @Meowmy @Shaz51 . Cold start here. Enjoy your day.

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@Dimity

A 7 day streak is amazing!

Well done

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I lost my streak @tyme . Mental block.

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Is there anything we can do to support you to restart @Dimity ?

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@Dimity

I lost my streak in writing things I was proud of and my affirmations too. Restarted today

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Well done for restarting @Oaktree . I've restarted today too @tyme .

I'm not sure what happened when I just tried to reply, it posted itself as an empty message.

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Hi @Dimity

@would I be right in thinking things are feeling difficult or overwhelming right now?
It’s ok if you are struggling

baby steps and be kind to yourself

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@Dimity

Well done on restarting

Try not to put too much pressure on yourself

Have you heard of Finch?
It’s a self care app but you can use it to set goals like do 5 mins of tidying my home etc

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Thanks @Oaktree yes I've been struggling a bit. I need to work on recognising what i can and can't do.

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