by MaryV | Jun 18, 2019 | Advantages of decluttering, Advice, Baby Boomers, Benefits of downsizing, Benefits of downsizing, Change, Clutter, Cornerstone content, Decluttering, decluttering tips, Distributing the family estate, Downsizing, Downsizing Tips, Family Dynamics, Gen X, Good habits, Helping older parents, inherited stuff, Legacy, Midlife, Planning, Positive Vibes, Senior Planning, Senior Transitioning, Sorting, Space Clearing
Are you and your children exactly the same? Do they have the same style, the same interests and the same hobbies? If you’re like most folks, probably not! That’s perfectly normal. But when you’re no longer here, will they embrace your plethora of...
by MaryV | Jun 13, 2019 | Advantages of decluttering, Advice, Attitude adjustment, Baby Boomers, Benefits of downsizing, Benefits of downsizing, Change, Clutter, Cornerstone content, Decluttering, decluttering tips, Downsizing, Downsizing Tips, Feeling stuck, Gen X, Good habits, Helping older parents, Midlife, Motivation, Planning, Positive Vibes, Senior Planning, Sorting, Space Clearing
Ever notice how everyone agrees without hesitation that decluttering is a good thing? That they should really get going with it? Yet why do so many of us hesitate and leave it at that? Honestly, it’s the overwhelming feeling that holds us back! It descends upon...
by MaryV | Apr 15, 2019 | Advantages of decluttering, Baby Boomers, Benefits of downsizing, Benefits of downsizing, Closet clearing, Clothing, Cornerstone content, Decluttering, decluttering tips, Downsizing Tips, inherited stuff, Midlife, pawn shops, second-hand stores, Selling excess belongings, Senior Planning, Sorting, Space Clearing, thrift stores
As part of my recent series about downsizing or decluttering by selling, here is the final method to consider: second-hand stores. Wherever you live, there is sure to be at least one second-hand store in your town. There are a few different types so I will share three...
by MaryV | Mar 20, 2019 | Advantages of decluttering, Benefits of downsizing, Benefits of downsizing, Change, Clutter, Cornerstone content, current, Decluttering, decluttering tips, Downsizing, Downsizing Tips, inherited stuff, Midlife, On-Line Selling, Planning, Pricing your belongings to sell, Selling excess belongings, Senior Planning, Senior Transitioning, sentimental stuff, Sorting, Space Clearing
So you’ve made headway with identifying what items must go….. terrific! Perhaps you’ve got a wide array of things to sell, ranging from fly fishing rods to a Scandinavian blonde bedroom suite. Are you ready for some online selling? Think...
by MaryV | Mar 5, 2019 | Advantages of decluttering, Attitude adjustment, Baby Boomers, Benefits of downsizing, Benefits of downsizing, Change, Clutter, Cornerstone content, current, Decluttering, decluttering tips, Distributing the family estate, Donating, Downsizing Tips, Family Dynamics, Feeling stuck, Good habits, inherited stuff, Midlife, sentimental stuff, Sorting, Space Clearing, Uncategorized
set yourself free! Does this sound familiar? The kids are grown and on their own…yet their childhood stuff is still stashed in your guest room/rumpus room/basement. Mom’s Lenox china and silverware for 16 are stowed in your dining room hutch. Dad’s...
by MaryV | Feb 26, 2019 | Advantages of decluttering, Baby Boomers, Benefits of downsizing, Benefits of downsizing, Change, Closet clearing, Clothing, Clutter, Cornerstone content, current, Decluttering, decluttering tips, Downsizing, Downsizing Tips, Good habits, Senior Planning, Senior Transitioning, Sorting, Space Clearing
Setting the stage When you’re ready to pull the trigger on decluttering, start with establishing a few ground rules. All new habits take time and intention. It’s invaluable to think through what you want to accomplish..to envision how you want things to...
