Clearing out what’s no longer useful: an emotional journey

Energized: “We haven’t touched this in years—trash or donation?”

Bewildered: “Is that where that went?”

Confused: “Why did we get that in the first place?”

Wistful: “Hey, remember this?”

Disgusted: “What is that?”

Sentimental: “Oh, but that was what…”

Hopeful: “I’ll finally be able to think about what I need to do instead of constantly picking up.”

Exasperated: “Do we really need any of this?”

Connected: “Someone else could do so much more with this.”

Despairing: “How will we ever get through this?”

Ironic: “What a great opportunity to practice mindfulness.”

Relieved: “We’re done!”

Optimistic: “It’ll be so easy to stay organized now.”

Disappointed: “I really thought it would last this time.”

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