Decluttering to Downsize with Ease
If you've decided to downsize, you may feel overwhelmed by parting with some of your belongings. In addition, you're likely to experience mixed feelings as you consider disposing of items that hold sentimental value or were purchased by someone who is no longer around. While these feelings are normal, it's important not to let them stop you from decluttering and getting excited for the next stage of your life. Getting rid of things can be an emotional experience that helps you gain clarity about what matters most in life.
Downsizing into your new Solana home offers exciting opportunities to make new friends, create cherished memories, and live a life focused on what makes you happy, so stay focused on your 'why' to help you stay positive. Here are some other tips:
Make a plan
Determine what you want to accomplish and how long you have to do it. Then, sit down and make an honest assessment of your current situation.
To make this process easier:
1. Try using a calendar and assigning days for each room so you can plan how long it will take.
2. Tackle the rooms with the most items or highest sentimental value first, making the process easier as you move on.
3. Make sure family and friends know what you're getting rid of (or donating) so there aren’t any surprises later.
4. Give those close to you ample opportunity to take items before putting anything on the curb!
Is it the best, favourite, or necessary?
This is a great way to reduce the number of things you have. For example, if you have a closet full of clothes, get rid of items that don't fit well or are worn out. Get rid of duplicates. If there's more than one spatula in your kitchen drawer, let one go! Likewise, if something isn't serving its purpose for you anymore, whether it's broken or just sitting unused, don’t hesitate to let it go!
Hire help if you need it
If you're finding it physically or emotional hard or don't have the time to declutter your whole house, there are plenty of professional services to help. A simple Google search will point you in the right direction. Then, make some calls and have them visit your house for a quote. Finding someone you feel comfortable with within your home is essential, so inviting family or friends over to help you decide on the right person for the job could put your mind at ease.
If you're storing boxes and items for family and friends, ask them to pitch in at various stages to reduce the workload.
"The more we remove from our lives, the more room there is for new experiences and possibilities."
Get excited about your new home
Although you're saying goodbye to your cherished home, you have a beautiful new home waiting for you at one of our gorgeous Queensland coast locations. Plus, access to all the Solana Lifestyle Resort communal areas like indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, lawn bowls green, off leash pet park, gymnasium, ballroom, games room, cinema, library and meeting room, craft room, bar servery and lounge, community hall and outdoor BBQ and entertaining area.
Solana Lifestyle Resorts offer a real lifestyle, home, and a place to belong.