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The Emotional Side of Downsizing, Part 3: Bargaining! Let’s Make A Deal!

Posted on June 4, 2020 / DeclutterTagged #parents #gethelp

You Can’t Always Get What You Want is a well-known song by the Rolling Stones. It's also the theme song for downsizers who have unrealistic expectations about the money they’ll make selling things they no longer need or use. After a taking a...

~ by Maria

Secrets of a Professional Downsizer

Posted on May 5, 2020 / DeclutterTagged #doitnow #corona downsizing

Everyone expects that, as a professional Downsizer, my home must look like something out of a magazine shoot. And the truth is – it’s OK. It is reasonably well organized. I can find things when I’m looking for them. But while helping others...

~ by Maria

The Emotional Side of Downsizing — Dealing with Denial

Posted on February 8, 2020 / DeclutterTagged #cleaning out parents home, #downsizing parents, #grief

Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance are well known as the five stages of grief. After a decade of helping people downsize and declutter, I’ve come to realize that many people go through these stages as they downsize, as well. Over...

~ by Maria

Beyond Joy: 5 Reasons to Start Downsizing Now!

Posted on February 23, 2019 / DeclutterTagged #clearingclutter, #downsizing

Organization expert-author Marie Kondo talks about the joy that comes from downsizing. And she’s right! You probably will feel joyful when you’re done. But if you need some extra motivation to start downsizing now, here are...

~ by Maria

Clutterer or Hoarder? Here’s how you can tell the difference.

Posted on March 10, 2018 / DeclutterTagged clutter, declutter, hoarding

You go through your life collecting stuff, then one day, look around and wonder -- am I a hoarder? The good news is if you're asking the question you probably don't have the problem. If you're concerned, here are some ways to tell the difference...

~ by Maria

Clearing your mind to declutter your home

Posted on February 26, 2017 / All, DeclutterTagged declutter

[divider type="thin"] "It's often said that the things you own expand to fill the space you live in, but the opposite, that they contract to fit nicely, never happens." -- Alan Henry, Lifehacker [divider type="thin"] It doesn't matter who you are...

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How to Get More from Less this Holiday Season

Posted on October 15, 2016 / All, Declutter, HolidayTagged declutter, holiday

Are you looking forward to the upcoming holidays, but at the same time dreading all the work associated with decorating and making your home look festive for the season? As a Move Manager, and Professional Organizer with a background in interior...

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