Let's do this!

Munchin

Sometimes it's good to have a wee cry rather than bottling everything up.

I tried the Marie Kondo 'Art of Tidying' last year and had a massive clear out but I could do it all again:o.

Lilith1980

Munchin wrote: »

Sometimes it's good to have a wee cry rather than bottling everything up.

I tried the Marie Kondo 'Art of Tidying' last year and had a massive clear out but I could do it all again:o.

Yes, I have to admit one thought was to buy either lots of junk food or a bottle of wine to deal with my mood but the crying definitely helped. I'm much better at dealing with my emotions in a healthy way than I was a few years' ago. My relationship with food and alcohol tends to be an emotional one unless I keep it in check.

I've been reading the Marie Kondo thread funny enough, but I think I need to read more about it as I'm still not sure what it involves

Rachel24

Agree with munchkin it's nice to have a good cry at times :-) don't be hard on yourself. Xx

Lilith1980

Rachel24 wrote: »

Agree with munchkin it's nice to have a good cry at times :-) don't be hard on yourself. Xx

Thanks Rachel xx

Seasidegal58

Poor you! Don’t worry about your meltdown. It was brought on by a subject that is very emotional for you - it is to be expected.

Re the clutter - I found Marie Kondo’s method excellent for sorting out and storing clothes. Her way of folding things created lots of drawer space I must admit. She basically preaches don’t keep anything that doesn’t bring you joy - and it’s amazing how much you can let go if you use that premise. I do find her rather ‘airy fairy’ though - she does things like thanking her handbag at the end of the evening for being so useful - I’m a bit too down to earth for that sort of thing but I have to say her de-cluttering methods do work.

Perhaps take some photos of your rooms and look at these. It might give you a fresh eye on things and you’ll be able to clarify the ‘hot spots’

Lilith1980

Seasidegal58 wrote: »

Poor you! Don’t worry about your meltdown. It was brought on by a subject that is very emotional for you - it is to be expected.

Re the clutter - I found Marie Kondo’s method excellent for sorting out and storing clothes. Her way of folding things created lots of drawer space I must admit. She basically preaches don’t keep anything that doesn’t bring you joy - and it’s amazing how much you can let go if you use that premise. I do find her rather ‘airy fairy’ though - she does things like thanking her handbag at the end of the evening for being so useful - I’m a bit too down to earth for that sort of thing but I have to say her de-cluttering methods do work.

Perhaps take some photos of your rooms and look at these. It might give you a fresh eye on things and you’ll be able to clarify the ‘hot spots’

Thank you! Taking photos is a good idea, I will do that

How are things by the coast? I imagine very breezy??

beanielou

Sometimes crying is good for the soul.
Better out than in.
Take care of you xx

Lilith1980

beanielou wrote: »

Sometimes crying is good for the soul.
Better out than in.
Take care of you xx

Thanks Beanielou, it did help

Seasidegal58

We’ve had more snow than we usually have here Lilith, though it’s started to melt today. However, When the wind gets up you certainly believe it’s coming in from Russia! :snow_laug

Lilith1980

Seasidegal58 wrote: »

We’ve had more snow than we usually have here Lilith, though it’s started to melt today. However, When the wind gets up you certainly believe it’s coming in from Russia! :snow_laug

I bet! It's been so bitterly cold!