How to Let Go of Sentimental Objects with 3 Easy Questions

 

It can be difficult to get rid of items you have held on to for so long. Whether the object brings back a memory, was handed down to you, or fills you with emotions, there are many reasons why we just can’t let it go! Ask yourself these 3 questions to start the purge.

 

1.       Does it serve a purpose?

This handmade tree is a decoration we put up around the holidays. It stays!

 

 

 

2.       Does it fit into your lifestyle?

Precious moments figurines definitely fit into someone’s lifestyle, just not ours. Off they go!

 

3.       Can it be reimagined?

This ABC poster was in my husband’s childhood bedroom. When the time comes we will reframe it and hang it up in a nursery. It stays!

 

If your answers to these questions are NO, NO, and NO then think about why you ARE keeping it. Is it guilt? Do you have good intentions to reuse it but they never come to reality?

Tips that might make giving away your sentimental objects better:

1.       Donate to a good cause. Find a charitable organization that could use your items for someone in need.

2.       Make some money! Could your item be of value? Try selling it first, you might be surprised!

3.       Can the item go to someone you know? Would another family member appreciate the sentimental gift? Mention it to the family and see if there are any takers.

 

As we go through our things before we move (3 weeks away, fingers crossed) we'll be asking ourselves these 3 questions. Wish us luck!