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I can’t declutter!

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mrsmopp Mon 10-Feb-20 17:12:06

I keep everything and it’s getting out of hand. I have good intentions and I look through all this stuff then put it all away again. I don’t know where to begin. Why am I such a hoarder?
Anyone else have this problem?
My mum was completely the opposite, always chucking my stuff out. Maybe that’s why I hang on to everything. Any fellow suffers, please help!

seacliff Tue 11-Feb-20 14:17:40

Yes I agree Calendar Girl. I now have that agreement with most of my family. Just have to talk to my sister. I am hesitant as feel it may hurt her feelings, but I will have to try. Luckily most are not big expensive sets, just extras.

I've learnt now, if I get unwanted items, I do not open and try them. Just keep back and give to the Tombola for the cat charity I help with.

Personally I would rather not have presents now, as we have most things we want. I would prefer a nice trip out together, Flower Show, Theatre etc.

Wheniwasyourage Tue 11-Feb-20 14:31:51

I'm getting much better at not feeling guilty if I really don't want/need toiletries that I am occasionally given as a present. I keep them for a while in case the giver visits and wonders why they're not in the bathroom, then give them (unopened) to a raffle or a bottle stall.