The moving process certainly has a downside — namely, the physical and financial burden of having to pack up and transport all of your stuff . The upside is that it presents the perfect opportunity to reassess your belongings and break free of what no longer suits you or the life you're looking to create. Whether you're making a concerted eff ort to downsize or just want to better strategize, read on for what to consider when deciding what to leave behind.
You'll lighten your load and set up your future home for success in the process. If you're feeling overwhelmed or having difficulty navigating the clutter, try implementing the four P's: Prioritize what you use most, patch up what requires only minor upkeep, profit off of items that are no longer of value to you, but could be to someone else, and purge any unnecessary items that are left over. 1 Expired and unwanted foods Spoiler alert: There's a good chance that a lot (or at least some) of the food you've been keeping is expired, which makes now a great time to clear out your refrigerator, freezer and pantry.
Challenge yourself to make the most of what's still good before you leave (it will be like your own season of "Top Chef"), and avoid waste by gifting any surplus items to a local food bank. 2 Extra cookware and appliances While you're in the kitchen, take stock of dinnerware, pots and pans and other kitchen gadgets. Try to recycle items that are no longer of value (such as mismatched food containers or broken applia.
