Date: February 8, 2024
This recording talks about a member’s bedroom decluttering plan based on provided photos. Julie leads the discussion, in helping to build a decluttering plan for a member. She suggests using empty laundry baskets for sorting clothes and smaller items. And with transitioning to seasonal clothes, she advises if space is limited to store out of season clothes in a tote and clearly identifying what season it is for. She emphasizes taking small, manageable steps and containing items in smaller baskets to sort through items. As the decluttering plan is completed, members provide insight on their own experience. The discussion leads into decluttering photographs and managing the guilt that comes from letting go of these. Julie suggests alternative activities and creating meaningful projects from old photos. She also highlights the importance of protecting personal information when disposing of photos.
IN THIS VIDEO:
0:01:58
Bedroom decluttering plan
0:09:13
Decluttering the dresser
0:12:27
Wardrobe transition in retirement
0:14:38
Managing seasonal clothing
0:17:17
Using a basket for focus
0:19:40
Sorting Center set-up
0:23:04
Decluttering plan explanation
0:29:13
Decluttering plan experience
0:29:33
Decluttering strategies: Using baskets and boxes
0:32:47
Decluttering papers or photos
0:37:03
Photo decluttering tips
0:42:52
Photograph handling and identity protection


