Shame and vulnerability burst out of the closet 7 years ago, thanks to the incomparable Brene Brown. Her groundbreaking research shed light into how they suppress our courage to live an authentic life. Facing our vulnerabilities is never easy. However, it’s the first step towards controlling our own narratives. In turn, I firmly believe that […] The post How Shame Holds Us Back from Space Clearing appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

Are you and your children exactly the same? Do they have the same style, the same interests and the same hobbies? If you’re like most folks, probably not! That’s perfectly normal. But when you’re no longer here, will they embrace your plethora of tchotchkes, your jam-packed attic contents and your extensive collection of books? Maybe […] The post Your Legacy: How Do You Want to Be Remembered? appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

Ever notice how everyone agrees without hesitation that decluttering is a good thing? That they should really get going with it? Yet why do so many of us hesitate and leave it at that? Honestly, it’s the overwhelming feeling that holds us back! It descends upon us as we visualize our home and all the […] The post 5 Small Spaces to Get your Decluttering Mojo in Motion! appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

If you’re like me, you have a compulsion to do things well…I mean, really well! It’s a habit I’ve had since I can remember. I’ve heard this trait referred to as being “driven“. And sure, it’s served me well with taking action and accomplishing what I set my sights on. But when being driven becomes […] The post The Perils of Perfectionism appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

Who ever says, “I love change!” Hardly anyone and with good reason: it often means work! It takes energy. It calls for a new mindset. But above all, it means we have to shift from what we’ve thought, felt or done for some time to something different. To be honest, our natural inclination is to […] The post How to Shake up a Stale Daily Routine appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

The best part of setting a new goal? It’s the thrill of thinking about achieving something we long for or dream about! We tell ourselves “This time I’m really going to do it!” or “My life will be wonderful when I’ve mastered ____”. We envision our future selves kicking out what we desire…and oh, our […] The post How I Go After My Goals When I’m Not In the Mood appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

As part of my recent series about downsizing or decluttering by selling, here is the final method to consider: second-hand stores. Wherever you live, there is sure to be at least one second-hand store in your town. There are a few different types so I will share three of the most common: consignment shops, pawn […] The post Second-Hand Stores Can Be Your Decluttering Partners appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

When I was a little girl, one of my favorite songs that my dad would sing was “You Are My Sunshine”. I was the only girl in a family of five so I’ll admit he definitely doted on me and I responded with seeking to put a smile on his face! We took many family […] The post Here’s Why I Aim to Make You Smile…& Shift Your Story! appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

Most folks have a weakness for accumulating something.  Shoes…kitchen gadgets…automotive tools…you name it! These items reflect our interests and our dreams.  We enjoy strutting about in the latest kicks.  We prepare and savor gourmet meals.  Or we yearn to slide behind the wheel of the coolest ride ever.  But when does a hobby or interest […] The post Hoarding: When is Too Much Stuff Too Much? appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more

What if you could sell roomfuls of things without having to pack, load, unload…and then possibly do all of this yet again for the things that didn’t sell? Sound good?  Then grab a seat because an estate sale may be just the ticket for you!  It’s one more option for reducing your stuff when you […] The post How an Estate Sale Moves Everything But the Kitchen Sink appeared first on Downsize 365 ..read more