Decluttering isn’t a new concept. Humans have been collecting material possessions since the Industrial Revolution, yet most of us feel overwhelmed by the thought of them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The minimalist movement<\/a> of the last decade, popularized by home improvement shows and the KonMari method<\/a>, had us parting with anything that didn\u2019t light us up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But if you\u2019re anything like Carrie Bradshaw and find joy in your version of 100 pairs of strappy heels, then you may need something stronger, like Swedish death cleaning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Is the method conceived by author Margareta Magnusson in her bestselling book,\u00a0The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning<\/a>,\u00a0<\/em>decluttering<\/a>\u00a0like our lives depend on it? Well, yes\u2014and no.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Originally designed to help people pare down and organize their belongings later in life before they pass on, the intentional practice also appeals to those seeking clarity about their lives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Instead of discarding or donating based on one emotion, Swedish death cleaning asks us to identify what is most valuable to us. It turns out that owning 10 pairs of the same pants may be taking up space in our dressers and minds.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n Originally designed to help people pare down and organize their belongings later in life before they pass on, the intentional practice of Swedish death cleaning also appeals to those seeking clarity about their lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhat might change for you if you were mindful in creating space by giving things away, allowing new energy into your home, and decluttering in a way that made you feel lively and purposeful?\u201d asks\u00a0Dina Brady<\/a>, a mental health coach based in Orlando, Fla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep reading to learn about the benefits of Swedish death cleaning and how to utilize this decluttering method in the bedroom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you’re organizing to get your affairs in order, then Swedish death cleaning eliminates the long and painful task of other people sorting through your possessions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In this scenario, it’s an act of kindness to your loved ones who are grieving. Some also experience a greater acceptance and peace around their mortality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Knowing what you own can influence future purchases, prevent mindless shopping and buying things you don\u2019t need, and inspire you to appreciate what you already own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cIt gives you the chance to find meaning and memory in your things,\u201d says\u00a0Holly Schiff<\/a>, MD, a licensed clinical psychologist at South County Psychiatry. \u201cDecluttering can improve your emotional well-being and instill a sense of peace and fulfillment. It is another way to ensure that your affairs are in order, which can be valuable to an individual at any age and stage of life,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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