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Out of Sight is Not Out of Mind
How what we throw away defines us:
Discarding items, or decluttering, is a powerful act of self-definition that creates space for future selves.
The question presents a paradox that reveals the complex nature of personal identity.
The things kept are needed to feel grounded and express who one is, and letting go is needed to grow.
An inability to
... See moreThat’s right. By handling each sentimental item and deciding what to discard, you process your past. If you just stow these things away in a drawer or cardboard box, before you realize it, your past will become a weight that holds you back and keeps you from living in the here and now. To put your things in order means to put your past in order,
... See moreMarie Kondo • The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing (The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up)
The Art of Discarding by Nagisa Tatsumi (Takarajimasha, Inc.),