Avoid the trap of sentimental attachment to objects from "summary" of The Art of Discarding by Nagisa Tatsumi
It can be easy to become attached to objects due to sentimental reasons. We may associate certain items with memories or emotions, leading us to hold onto them even when they no longer serve a practical purpose. This sentimental attachment can prevent us from decluttering our spaces and can contribute to feelings of overwhelm and disorganization. However, it is important to recognize that objects are just objects - they are not the memories or emotions themselves. By holding onto things out of sentimentality, we are allowing these items to have power over us and our living spaces. We may feel guilty about getting rid of them, or we may fear that we will forget the memories they represent. In reality, letting go of objects does not mean letting go of the memories or emotions associated with them. These experiences will always be a part of us, regardless of whether w...
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