Over the years, I have collected too much stuff and my closets and shelves are packed tight. Some of it are from hobbies and interests. Other items are from activities I no longer do as actively. I also have pretty much a “bread crumb” personality. I’ll take out a book, leave it on a table after I have read it and not put it back on the shelf. I’ll bring in my mail, put it on the counter and do other things. I would like to get to a point where everything around me is neat and organized and I can find things when I need them. Have decided to tackle a specific room and work on it for 1-2 weeks until it is neat and downsized. First room? I’ll tackle the kitchen.
Attended several groups a few years ago and they pretty much scared me. Instead of helping me tackle clutter, members were asking what I was going to do with my excess stuff… as they could use it. Egads! A clutter group filled with quite a few people who wanted to collect more stuff. I immediately left the groups as I felt they would not be exactly supportive. Have downsized a lot in the last year but have a long way to go. I also have not been consistent with organizing what I have. Have to take a deep breath and get it done once and for all. Once I am finished, I’ll be totally thrilled I got it done. Will take things to the garbage, recycle bin, thrift store and completely out of the house.