Blog #slow downsizing

In my annual or semi-annual wardrobe purge, I have some criteria to make quick decisions about what to keep and what to consign or donate. But it's not always easy.

Figuring out what to do with my mother's collection of girdles is a stumper for this slow downsizer.

I follow Marie Kondo's advice and imagine what I would keep that sparks joy.

2018 was a slower downsizing year than normal, but I did develop some new habits of mind that I hope I will carry forward into 2019.

Here are six things I've learned so far in my journey re the value of things and time, goal-setting, documentation, going public, and the uniqueness of each person's experience.

In 2017, I, the Slow Downsizer, accomplished more than I thought in my efforts to simplify my life.

Parting with things made by late, beloved family members is especially difficult. I have chosen consignment as my primary route for parting with beautiful clothing designed by my sister, Beth Brett.