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  • Munchin
    Munchin Posts: 2,816 Forumite
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    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
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    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 :o
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  • Rachel24
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    Agree with munchkin it's nice to have a good cry at times :-) don't be hard on yourself. Xx
  • Lilith1980
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    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
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  • Seasidegal58
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    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’
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  • Lilith1980
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    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??
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  • beanielou
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    Sometimes crying is good for the soul.
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  • Lilith1980
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    beanielou wrote: »
    Sometimes crying is good for the soul.
    Better out than in.
    Take care of you xx

    Thanks Beanielou, it did help :)
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  • Seasidegal58
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    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
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  • Lilith1980
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    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!
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