In addition to changing my name, and getting a new computer for Christmas (wait there's more?), I also gifted myself Kate Northrup's "Feng Shui For Financial Freedom". It's a short course with tons of tips and overall I'm really excited about it. The BEST piece hands-down however, are the questions she has you ask yourself through the de-cluttering process. Simple & SO effective.
On Monday I made one trip to Goodwill, and last night I took over 100 books to Half Price Books - I made $45! Actually I left with two books I really wanted & needed, so my take-home was only $25.
I know, I know - you may be asking yourself why I'm buying "Digital SLR Photography For Dummies" when I claim to be a Photographer. The truth is I do know a lot about some aspects of photography, but my knowledge is kind of sad in other areas. For 2015 I am committing to learning more about my craft!
The WordPress book is all about the future Proudfoot & West blog. Next I need to find a Wordpress template that is responsive (meaning it will accomodate lots of different devices - phone, tablet, computer - and still look normal), and then we can get started! I'm not putting a lot of pressure on myself, but I am happy to have a book that looks like I'll be able to learn nicely from.
Back to the whole "space-clearing" thing. The truth is that it is NOT about making money. I think I was stuck in that mindset for awhile, but I don't have time to list things on eBay or Craigslist, so ultimately I just sit with a bunch of crap in my living area which is taking up space and energy that could be better used for things I really want in my life. For whatever reason Kate Northrup has succeeded where others have failed, in convincing me I can be unapologetic when clearing my clutter. If I don't need it and don't love it - it can go. End of story.
I'm even letting go of some of my artwork!
I am working this morning, and after lunch I will spend the rest of my day making multiple trips to Goodwill. Spending New Year's Eve alone? Ok - it is kind of a bummer as I am definitely a fan of a nice New Year's Eve kiss. But since it doesn't look like that's in the cards for me, I am going to spend the evening clearing my space of things that I don't want or need or love any more . . . making room for new adventures in 2015. Bring It!
Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!
Good for you and you are inspiring me to get back to de clutter mode; I usually have one goodwill bag going at all times and cleared out my garage once again last summer; time to go at it again. Winter clearing is a good thing!!! Happy New Year dear Eileen!
Posted by: Alison A Moceri | December 31, 2014 at 10:36 AM