If you've ever felt guilty about throwing out your old sneakers, that's probably because you're hanging on to possessions for sentimental reasons.
It feels good to have something that reminds us of a loved one or an event in our life, but the truth is that most people don't need all of these items cluttering up their home.
If you want to save money and declutter at the same time, consider following these tips!
As you go through your home, it's easy to get hung up on keeping things but when you're trying to declutter and organize, there are some things that just don't belong in the house anymore. You can save money by getting rid of these items!
If you're having a hard time letting go of sentimental possessions, try doing something with them.
For example: If the item is worth money and in good condition, sell it on eBay or Craigslist for some quick cash!
Send your old books to a library book sale.
This frees up space in your home while helping out someone else! If they have no value to you but are still important enough that you can't get rid of them, be sure to store items safely so that others won't accidentally break or damage them.
Storing items well also guarantees their safety if there's ever an earthquake or another natural disaster where things could fall over and shatter easily (think earthquakes).
Here's a guide on why you shouldn't hang onto possessions out of guilt or sentimentality.
- Your home should be where you live and not a storage space.
- If you have your items stored in a safe place, there's no reason to keep them cluttering up the house.
Now that you've decluttered and organized your home, it's time to start hanging on to things for good reasons!
You can save money by getting rid of these possessions:
A study has shown that people who hang onto their stuff spend more than those who don't hold onto sentimental belongings .
When we're hung up on something because it reminds us of our past or makes us feel like we need to protect ourselves against future loss, this leads us down an unnecessary path—and usually not a very profitable one either.
If you want some extra motivation while cleaning out old items from around your home, think of the money you could be saving!
There are a lot of reasons to clean your home, but don't forget about the financial benefits!
Clearing out unnecessary clutter can save you time and money. Follow these tips to declutter and organize your home, so you can start hanging on to possessions for good reasons!
Its the memories that matter most,
Its the memories that matter most, not the objects.
When it comes down to it, those happy memories are what's really important-not the physical reminders.
So don't hang on to possessions out of guilt- clean your home and save money!
You can always create new memories with the people you love, and they'll be even more special when you're not surrounded by clutter.
Letting Go is Liberating
Clutter can be extremely stressful, but getting rid of possessions that you don't need is liberating.
Getting organized and decluttering your home doesn't always have to mean throwing things away or selling them on eBay (though it can).
If you're sentimental about some items in particular, look into donating them!
Donate old clothes—getting stuff out of the way makes room for new outfits! Pick up an extra bag at Goodwill whenever you stop by for groceries
. Sell unused electronics — whether they work or not , there are plenty of markets online where you can sell off older devices. Make sure everything is backed up before wiping the drives and sending them off!
Donate gently used books—local libraries or schools are always in need of reading material, and they'll give you a tax break for your generosity.
If there's anything that doesn't fit into one of these categories, chances are there's still an online market for it. Just be sure to do your research before listing something on eBay or Craigslist- so you don't become overwhelmed with boxes once again!
When we let go of physical things, it opens up room for new opportunities- both in our homes and in our lives.
Try not to get too attached to any one possession, because eventually you'll have to let it go anyways.
Embrace the change, and remember : every new beginning comes from some other beginnings end!
Conclusion
So, don't hang onto possessions out of guilt- clean your home and save money!
You can always create new memories with the people you love, and they'll be even more special when you're not surrounded by clutter.
Letting go is liberating- so go ahead and start organizing today!
Follow these tips to declutter and organize your home, so you can start hanging on to possessions for good reasons!
Sentimental items can hold a lot of value for us, but that doesn't mean they have to take up space in our homes.