069 The Relentless Pursuit of Space
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During these past couple weeks I’ve experienced what can only be described as “The Great Purge.” The daunting task of physically, and emotionally, moving from point “A” to “B” can be one of our most challenging exercises. In my case it’s a move from BIG “A” to little “b” and a time for committed pruning, purging and healing. As I sort through overstuffed closets, bulging boxes and technology “cruft” I’ve developed a set of criteria for choosing what stays and what goes.
The next time you’re faced with the decision of what to hold and what to let go, ask yourself these 10 questions. If you answer NO to only 2 or 3 questions, then you’re likely in good shape to hang on to it a little longer. Find the space for it. But, if you answer NO to 5 or more it’s time to break out the gardening shears and start pruning away. And if you answer NO to 8 or more, seek a superfriend for support.
1) Do you remember having this item?
2) Have you seen, smelled, tasted or in anyway touched this item in the last 12 months?
3) Does this item hold irreplaceable value to you?
4) Is this something that can be digitally stored?
5) Has a specific space been designed for its storage?
6) Does this item fuel your energy?
7) Does it represent an intention unfulfilled?
8) Has this item retained a respectable value?
9) Would this item bring more meaning to another if it was given away?
10) Do you have a specific purpose for this item in the next two years?
The Ease of Release & Letting Go 
Super Friend, this is one of the best posts you’ve every done! Bravo
Thank you so much Love 🙂 Truth resonates loud and clear when it’s expressed through our personal challenges and actions 🙂
I’ve been doing periodic purges pretty regularly over the last few years, but am now in serious purge mode in advance of my impending move. Good questions you’ve come up with…I also plan to share them with my Mom, who tends to keep just about everything! 🙂
Thanks for sharing your story Viki! I would love to hear what criteria you’ve used to help sort out the needed from the weeded 😉
My primary criterion so far is “Have I used this (or even touched it) in the five years I’ve lived in this house?” If the answer is no, then the next question is “Am I likely to use it I the next five years?” Usually, I don’t even have to ask the second question because the item is already in the trash or the Goodwill box. Knowing that I’m going to be renting for a year and then (if all goes according to plan) buying—which will mean moving again!—is also great incentive for purging!