But if I've learned anything in my 40-odd years, it's that New Year's Resolutions and I aren't really compatible in the long run. My success with resolutions is limited; in fact, I find them somewhat self-defeating.
But with the clean slate called 2010 now at hand, I have decided to do some strategizing. Specifically, as to clutter, I'd like to put some teeth into my previous proclamation of "I-really-do-want-to-reduce-the-clutter-in-my-life." My decision a year ago to "declutter my life" didn't magically lead to less clutter. Progress, yes. But substantive progress? I'm not convinced I can respond affirmatively on that count.
So this year, I'm all about strategy. And my clutter strategy is...
To prepare to move.
Set aside for the moment the fact that I have no plans to move this year. Nonetheless, my strategy for 2010 is to prepare to move anyway. To go through my house, room by room, and see my possessions through the "is this worth packing into a box and hauling across the country?" lens.
I'm going to tackle my bedroom first, as it's relatively uncluttered. Periodic progress reports to follow, once I have something to report out on.
In the meantime, how about you? What's your strategy for 2010?
Debbie, we actually are hoping to move in the next year or two. I'm using your strategies to help get started!
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever strategy--and how effective it will be!
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