Survey #186 Response from Mary L

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Statement #1: When I give valuable things to friends or family, I worry that they will turn around and give them away.
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Statement #2: When I give something away, I accept that I have no further claim to it, which gives me peace of mind.
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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.
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Statement #4: I find it discouraging when I give useful and valuable things to friends and family who don't appreciate it.
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Statement #5: Worrying about what happens to things after you give them away is letting stuff hold too much power over you.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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What factors do you consider when you’re thinking about giving things away to family members, friends, neighbors, or other people you know?I always check first. I send a picture of the item and ask if they are interested. If no I move on. This mostly pertains their childhood items. This week I let 3 batches of things go. One misc items to big box charity, second the neighbor’s son and third to my church’s resale for specific items. Next Door app last week several things went for free. I find it easier to go for the easy stuff first and small batches. I watch you weekly on YouTube for a few years now. I never miss it.
What factors do you consider when you’re thinking about donating items to a charity, shelter, or unknown recipient?Sorry I answered that in the previous question. I have a favorite charity resale shop for women and children. It’s truly a worthy cause. I give them my best items knowing it will go to a good home. Last year Ziffra gave them 52 glass candle wick style dishes of my mothers. I peaked a week later and the display was stunning. I was so happy. I kept a small sample of the items because it was my mom’s and was beautiful. I use them almost daily. I have no problem where they go from there. I had 25 Hummels from my mother. She collected them and yes she loved them. I appreciate the detailed beauty but only kept 2. Both are on display. That’s all I wanted. I’m older and need to let this stuff go. Slow and steady. It’s freeing.
What is your all-time favorite hand-me-down, cast-off, or regifted item?Glass Pyrex loaf pan
Name one or more of your favorite Clutter Fairy-isms (e.g., “thin the herd”) or decluttering and organizing mnemonic devices (e.g., OHIO—Only Handle It Once).Your grandmother is not a teacup
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).How does Gayle have the stamina to do these over cluttered houses and always laughing and smiling?
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