The Meaning of Stuff
It’s just a lamp.
Or is it?
Reality check time: What meaning am I giving to my stuff? Am I okay with it, or does it seem disproportional?
Favorite Quotes
"Before starting with an organizing client, I endeavor to understand him. With each exchange I come to know him better, and therefore, understand more."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist."
- Indira Gandhi
"May I never get too busy in my own affairs that I fail to respond to the needs of others with kindness and compassion."
- Thomas Jefferson
"There must be more to life than having everything."
- Maurice Sendak
"Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful and believe to be beautiful."
- William Morris
"Sit down with your child(ren) or heir. Share your wishes, provide copies of your legal documents. Leave clear instructions. This goes a long way to avoiding confusion and arguments after you are gone."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"You don't need things to remember someone. Close your eyes, picture your loved one, and your heart will help you remember."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"I'm a big believer in giving it away NOW, while you have the capacity to do so. All the blessings of giving come back to you!"
- Mary Lynne Murray
Reality percentages when clearing out a house:
25% of home contents are thrown away
50% of home contents are donated
25% of contents are suitable for sale
"When you can't find things, it's time to get organized."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"Practice gradual downsizing by playing the One in, One out game. Every time you purchase one thing, get rid of one thing. YOU are in charge of the flow of stuff, in and out of your home."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"Living like a minimalist is not for everyone, but reducing the amount of clutter is."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"Let's get off our screens and devices and spend more time free-thinking. Set a side even a few minutes each day to think."
- Mary Lynne Murray
"What do you care about? Do you care about yourself, or do you neglect self-care? One aspect of practicing self-care is to care about the order in your home, because it has a profound affect on your well-being!"
- Mary Lynne Murray
