❤️ Get Organized! Own Less Stuff and Donate! ❤️ by karensuestudios

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❤️ Get Organized! Own Less Stuff and Donate! ❤️
I must admit, I use to be a shopaholic. I love to buy STUFF... especially clothes. As I've gotten older, had more experiences in life, I've come to realize that I don't really need all of that "stuff." I much rather spend my time and resources on experiences that provide me with life lessons and leave me with amazing memories. I'm proud to say that it's been over a year since I have stopped my crazy shopping habits.

![13116436_10153498482215334_5171810579786802170_o.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmTTVCbhiqdKBQsBPfRGbPDFTbruRitKSSfMbzc4PdzaXN/13116436_10153498482215334_5171810579786802170_o.jpg)

This week, I decided to get organized by getting rid of items that no longer brought me joy. This was no easy process as I felt a lot of guilt throwing away perfectly functional items or clothing that I had hardly used. This is where I decided to seek help by reading a book by Marie Kondo called "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up." In this book, she goes over all of the scenarios and excuses people come up with when trying to hold on to their stuff. The basic idea behind this book is to only hold onto items that bring you joy. If they don't, it's time to get rid of them. 

![IMG_2815.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmdnbuo22dWjT1CYSiXg2LY8UMiWHuc8a4TaUqTSBkYQ37/IMG_2815.JPG)
(hahha please don't judge me... I know I'm a hoarder) :P

I took this book very seriously and decided to try out her process of getting organized. First, you must dump all of your clothes on the ground, and then go through each item. If the item sparks joy, you hold onto it, if it doesn't, it is time to let the item go. After 2 days of cleaning out my closet, I managed to dump out 4 bags of shoes/clothes.

![IMG_2819.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZ2VrLU3Uout8qaTK8DwoAiwHzx8abLit55aZecH69dPf/IMG_2819.JPG)

After cleaning out my stuff, I was better able to organize my clothing in an efficient manner. This left me feeling accomplished, and I think my clothes appreciated the extra care I gave them when finding them new spots in my drawers.

![IMG_2817.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQme7L6KF5EaftoFQyL94Kfb24aiHgomWGBeXVN24ZMK6F9/IMG_2817.JPG)
(Look how happy my socks are, they all have their own spot!)

As I mentioned before, I often have a lot of guilt getting rid of items in perfect condition. Instead of throwing them away, I decided to donate my clothes to a local charity that sells clothes at a discounted rate. 100% of the proceeds goes back to the SPCA animal shelter! 

![spca.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmeQ9xMyW7ZonLHQUVLRGeLfALR7uyzLVddRvSc9h15ZeH/spca.jpg)

I hope that today's blog inspires you to get organized and give back to your community! Simplifying your life, and only living with things that bring you joy, will help you live a clutter-free​ life! Feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section below.
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@hamzatanoli · (edited)
great initiative man.this will give you real happiness .keep it up.GOD bless u
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@karensuestudios · 
Aww thank! I hope it inspires others to organize and simplify!
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@crissimoes · 
Amazing initiative! We should all do the same :)
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@karensuestudios · 
Totally! 😀
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@theaustrianguy ·
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Great idea! Need to get rid of some old clothes as well :) 
Btw, I hope it is ok that I recommend you when I write to new people joining who seem to do yoga - I am taking care of the introduceyourself area (https://steemit.com/steemit/@theaustrianguy/lets-make-introduceyourself-great-again-we-all-will-benefit) with my leased power - Would be glad to see you join and give some of them a warm welcome!!
Greets ;)
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@karensuestudios · 
Omg thanks for the awesome link! I loved your post, and thanks for the reminder! Will totally check out the introduceyourself tag! ❤
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@kinakomochi · 
I knew Marie Kondo's English book was out for the first time. I like her books.
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@karensuestudios · 
Yay!!! Japanese people rock!
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@rabbi18 · 
I knew Marie Kondo's English book was out for the first time.
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@karensuestudios · 
Aww that's awesome :)
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@mariacherries · 
As a matter of fact I few days ago I put in a bag a bunch of clothes that I do not use anymore, I live in Mexico and I don't know where I can go in my city to donate clothes, but I will see what I can do
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@karensuestudios · 
Aww maybe people in your community in need? :) I'm sure you could find a way to repurpose it!
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@teamhumble · 
certainly in the process of downsizing for sure.
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@karensuestudios · 
Hehe :)
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@cecirod1218 · 
Wow Karen you have alot of stuff lol or had😊 is so wonderful to help others like that when you can, kudos and good job organizing🌺
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@karensuestudios · 
Aww thank you!! It feels good to get rid of stuff I don't need! Out of sight, out of mind :)
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@lifemovedbysteem · 
Awesome! I love the book Marie Kondo called "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up." She is so sweet! Great job, that is a lot of work and really easy to put off, proud of you!
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@karensuestudios · 
Aww thank you! Still have so much more to clean 😝
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@creadordelfuturo · 
I'm proud of you, my angel! You've become an adult! We must live in the consciousness that consumption kills our planet. We have no right to this! This is our home and we have nowhere to run! Good karma! 😍😘😗😙😚🤗🤗
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@karensuestudios · 
awwww :) Yes! One of my life goals is to live more simply. :)
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@crazy-daisy · 
A very wise decision! I support u as well)
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@karensuestudios · 
thank you!
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