Survey #164 Response from Christie

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What are your most compelling reasons to reduce clutter and/or to get organized? These may include your personal goals, work objectives, plans, fears, physical limitations, lifestyle choices, family history, etc.I love others clean homes and want my home to look just the same. I have been making lifestyle habits so my kids can also feel the reap the benifits
What external factors drive or support your organizing efforts? Think about positive or negative signals from outside yourself that influence your desire or inclination to declutter and organize. (Examples: pressure from your spouse, stuff inherited from elder family members, a need to work from home, etc.)Visiting friends homes is eye opening. I am struggling with lot of visual clutter. I shopped a lot when my mom became sick and now trying to re organize and donate or throw things to bring back the balance
What internal factors support your organizing efforts? Think about positive or negative thoughts or feelings that influence your desire or inclination to declutter and organize. (Examples: the urge to start a new hobby, feelings of guilt or shame, a desire to share your surplus with people who need it, etc.)Reducing items so kids can enjoy a sense of peace. Feel a sense of shame that I am unable to invite people without prior notice. I am making better decisions and question everything I buy but struggling with applying those principles to already existing items since most clothes are brand new
What is the most exciting way in which your life will be different when you achieve your organizing goal(s)?I am sure everyone in the family will benefit from seeing less items in my home. Having a tidy home will give me more time to spend with kids
Here’s your chance to ask Gayle and Ed any question you’re curious about. It need not be related to this survey’s topic(s). If we think that your question—and our answer—might be useful or instructive to The Clutter Fairy Weekly audience, we’ll share them in an upcoming episode.What advice would you give someone who owns most items brand new ( the clothes fit well ) to help with decluttering. Most times it is easy to donate or discard old items but difficult when items are brand new and fit well. How to change the mindset to handle this dilemma

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