Sentimental things are hard to part with. We know it’s the memories we value and not the items themselves, but it’s still tough to separate the two. Here are a few things that have helped me.
1. take photos. Once you take pictures, you don't have to worry about forgetting the memories. If you have a lot of letters or journals, try typing them out. It may seem overwhelming, but it doesn't take long when you do it in spurts. Now you can safely toss.
2. chunk it all. More of an extreme option, but probably the simplest. It’s good to just let go sometimes, especially if you have an overwhelming amount of stuff.
3. re-use or give away. It’s easier for me to part with something if I know somebody else will benefit from it. If you don't want to give it away, you can always try to find a use for it.
I used a combination of all three tips, but we're all different. Some people can throw everything out, while others can’t bring themselves to part with anything. How do you deal with stuff that holds sentimental value?
I just chuck it all, I'm not very sentimental at all, unlike the rest of my family.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah. I found your blog through Miss Minimalist. You are so inspiring! I wish my niece who is similar age to you and a mini hoarder could be inspired too:))All the best.
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI also find taking pictures of things that can then be disposed of or given away is a great way to keep the information / memory if you want to whilst losing the amount of stuff you are carrying around with you.
It's also much easier and quicker to take a walk down memory lane by flicking through some pictures than having that bad feeling of finding that something in the bottom of a drawer.
Jason