Getting rid of stuff
It’s helpful to have an exit strategy when trying to get rid of stuff. An exit strategy is a plan for removal. Include in your plan options for donation and recycling.
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Declutter filter
When decluttering use the filter that an item needs to meet two out of the following 3 criteria – need, use, love.
- You need this item because it’s practical and helps make your life easier in some way. Examples are a functioning hair dyer, vacuum cleaner, and plunger.
- You use this item on a regular basis. Examples are shoes you wear a few times a week and electronics you use daily/weekly.
- You love this item. Examples are a quilt made by your sister and a painting you brought back from a vacation.
This filter helps make decisions on what’s worth keeping. If the criteria aren’t met, donate, recycle or give the item away.
Busy organizing in spring
Happy Spring!
Are you as happy as I am to welcome the colorful season of spring? It’s been a cold, windy winter, and I’m ready for the change of season. But before we leave winter behind, I’d like to share some of the projects I’ve been helping my clients with during the snowy weather.
Packing up holiday decorations: Realizing what decorations no longer make the cut, and preparing for a time saving set up for the next holiday season were important steps in this project.
Donating is easy
Donating is a simple and effective way to declutter. Select a worthy charity, non-profit or organization that motivates you to let go. Haul away your items and smile. You’ve reduced your belongings to a more manageable amount that’s easier to organize and maintain. You’ve also helped the environment.
Donate books
Books are a great donation and accepted at many resale shops, like Goodwill, Savers, and Salvation Army. 
Some libraries may take them to resell also, but I recommend calling before loading them into your car.
Depending on what type of books they are you can donate to senior centers, daycare centers, nursing homes, or hospitals, but again, call first to confirm their interest.
Here are three websites to check out:
More Than Words
One word of caution, no one really wants old text books or encyclopedias. An option is to offer them to theater companies who may like them for props.
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