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The ALL-YEAR-ROUND job of DECLUTTERING and CLEANING our homes is daunting. Especially for those of us who HOARD, or struggle with depression, and decisions, anxiety & other MI. I'm so challenged in this way so reaching out for support. Maybe start an Declutterers Army 💪
If you suffer the same challenge or have some great suggestions - type away... 💙💜💙💜💙💜💙
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
@Awpgirl things like this are available for keeping cords detangled -
If you cu-t the legs of a pair of stockings into rounds, they make brilliant soft bands to tie things up with, including hair.
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@Awpgirl budget alternative is a loo roll holder, bread tags can also be used as markers
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Hi @Awpgirl - I think I'm well qualified in the art of cable management 
Always coil or fold them up so they don't get tangled. Throw out multiples - for example you don't need ten phone charger cables. Use twist ties, rubber bands or double sided velcro - you can buy it in big rolls and just cut off what you need. This is one cable drawer, I have three (I did say I have a hoarding problem)
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Good idea @Former-Member - I've given stuff away in the past but a lot of the charities won't accept electrical goods as they need to be tested and they don't have the resources to do that. I've got a lot of children's books too that I'd like to donate. Difficult to find organisations to take that sort of stuff. Don't know if you know of anyone?
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Hi @Former-Member - I'm in Victoria. There was an organisation that was sending books overseas to refugees but I think they are no longer operating. I know they had logistical issues with storing and shipping the books. I imagine that was quite expensive.
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