Sentimental Sort: Decluttering Your Heart, One Memory At A Time

 Too many memory items, or sentimental clutter, can actually prevent us from enjoying what we do have. ... But sorting through the physical.  If you give yourself an entire weekend to sort through sentimental items when decluttering, you might end up lost in a wave of memories, tearing up over that old baseball.  One of the most profound and challenging steps in our journey of decluttering sentimental items is learning to let go. Letting go does not mean forgetting or devaluing the.  You’ll be sorting through some (or all) of your “sentimental cutter” and deciding what should stay or go. Dedicate this time to one part of your home that houses lots of these items or all the sentimental things we’ve been.  Sorting through sentimental items can be an emotional experience. ... Declutter One Area at a Time . Decluttering is hard enough, even without throwing memories into the mix. Start by focusing on just one area to make.

 Consider jotting down the story or taking a photograph. This way, you preserve the memory without keeping the physical item. By focusing on the story, you honor your past while.  Decluttering sentimental items can be one of the most challenging parts of organizing your home, especially when those items are tied to precious memories. ... Begin by.  Place physical limits on your emotional clutter. This type of decluttering can take time, so one practical tip is to place physical limits on how much sentimental clutter you’ll keep. For example, I have a memory box.