What to do when hanging on to all your stuff is crippling, and all you really want to do is be free! Help is on its way!
| |  | | | | Verywell Mind expert, Amy Morin, LCSW, answered: Research shows having too much stuff increases stress and causes more problems. But, you're not alone in having trouble getting rid of things you don't need. It's hard to let go of things you've paid a lot for or items that have sentimental value. Start by writing down a list of the pros and cons of holding onto your stuff and a list of the pros and cons of getting rid of stuff. This can remind you that getting rid of stuff has a lot of benefits. And holding onto things you don't need has some serious downsides. Then, start getting rid of things slowly if you want. Donate, toss, or sell items you don't want. While you may have some initial anxiety, you're likely to find you experience a sense of relief when an item is gone. Enlist a friend or family member to help you sort through items, like your clothes. And if you're really struggling, seek professional help. And if you need some extra motivation, check out these facts on why it pays to organize your home. | | | | | | | | | You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Mind newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. | | A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 | | | | | | | 
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