Statement #1: When I give valuable things to friends or family, I worry that they will turn around and give them away.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #2: When I give something away, I accept that I have no further claim to it, which gives me peace of mind.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #3: I only give things on the condition that the recipients will involve me in any decisions about the future disposition of things I’ve given them.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #4: I find it discouraging when I give useful and valuable things to friends and family who don't appreciate it.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #5: Worrying about what happens to things after you give them away is letting stuff hold too much power over you.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #6: It means a lot to me that my children recognize and understand the importance and value of items from our family’s history.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #7: Even though my stuff has become a burden in my life, it’s hard to let go of good things to people who don’t appreciate them.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #8: Remaining attached to our stuff and feeling like we need to find a good home for each item arises out of a need to remain in control.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
Statement #9: When people don’t want the thing you give to them, it isn’t a judgment on you or the value of your gift.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly agree
What factors do you consider when you’re thinking about giving things away to family members, friends, neighbors, or other people you know?
I give clothes that are in good condition to a friend who has told me that she appreciates it a lot but I try not to overdo it.
What factors do you consider when you’re thinking about donating items to a charity, shelter, or unknown recipient?
I think about if I would like to receive something in this condition.
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https://www.clutterfairyhouston.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/cf-logotype-2018-r-340.png00Edward F. Gumnickhttps://www.clutterfairyhouston.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/cf-logotype-2018-r-340.pngEdward F. Gumnick2023-10-16 11:17:072023-10-16 11:17:07Survey #186 Response from Evelin