1. Negative ties. Ask yourself “is this relationship adding joy to my life or unhappiness”? The “Let Them” Theory/movement has taken over this year. It is a great addition to any of our tool kits when dealing with relationships. You will feel the release of control and angst.
  2. Toxic habits. Your body is a temple, do you treat it that way? Is it time to add more water to your daily intake? Cut down on sugar? Increase your vegetables and fruits?
  3. Broken electronics. If they can’t be fix, simple recycle them.
  4. Expired medicine. Be sure to check your first aid kit in your car and your emergency prepared kit.
  5. Excess bags. Keep in mind bags are always coming into your home. How many do you need to store?
  6. Unworn clothes. We wear 20% of our clothes 80% of the time. What is your reasoning for storing all the clothes you are no longer wearing?
  7. Old outdated cosmetics. Cosmetics have a shelf life. Best to only use fresh new products.
  8. Paper clutter. We are heading towards a paperless society.
  9. Expired food. Check your tin goods. Rotate items in your freezer.
  10. Books you have read. Pass them on to the library or friends.
  11. Kitchen gadgets that you never use. Pass on with love.
  12. Worn out shoes/ old runners. Many shoe stores will take your old runners for the less fortunate.
  13. Unused toys. Pass on to a family in need or list on your local “Buy Nothing” site.
  14. Dust collectors.
  15. Dried up paint tins. Recycle at the transfer station.
  16. Chipped or cracked dishes.
  17. Broken or incomplete board games including puzzles that are missing pieces.
  18. Outdated travel brochures. Google is your best friend when looking for up to date travel ideas.
  19. Unused or broken jewelry.
  20. Unneeded user manuals.
  21. Outdated text books and reference materials. Sadly, these have to be recycled. Best to pass things on before they are so outdated.
  22. Broken or unused sports equipment.
  23. Outdated planners and calendars.
  24. Unwanted or broken holiday decor including lights.
  25. Expired coupons, gift cards from business that are no long around.

 

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