Survey #186 Response from Anonymous user

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Statement #1: When I give valuable things to friends or family, I worry that they will turn around and give them away.
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Statement #2: When I give something away, I accept that I have no further claim to it, which gives me peace of mind.
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Statement #3: I only give things on the condition that the recipients will involve me in any decisions about the future disposition of things I’ve given them.
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Statement #4: I find it discouraging when I give useful and valuable things to friends and family who don't appreciate it.
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Statement #5: Worrying about what happens to things after you give them away is letting stuff hold too much power over you.
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Statement #6: It means a lot to me that my children recognize and understand the importance and value of items from our family’s history.
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Statement #7: Even though my stuff has become a burden in my life, it’s hard to let go of good things to people who don’t appreciate them.
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Statement #8: Remaining attached to our stuff and feeling like we need to find a good home for each item arises out of a need to remain in control.
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Statement #9: When people don’t want the thing you give to them, it isn’t a judgment on you or the value of your gift.
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What factors do you consider when you’re thinking about giving things away to family members, friends, neighbors, or other people you know?I am an older adult. At this point in my life if either of my two children (adults) show an interest in one of my possessions I try to go ahead and give it to them. I have too much stuff! Within the last few years I have had to dissolve several households as relatives have passed away. It is not a fun job. It has made me realize that just because I value a thing, others may not. I have also begun trying to share with my children why I valued something.
What factors do you consider when you’re thinking about donating items to a charity, shelter, or unknown recipient?I try to think through all those questions you guys say to think about when decluttering. When is the last time I used this? Can I purchase another one if I need it? Is this a duplicate? What do I need it for?
What is your all-time favorite hand-me-down, cast-off, or regifted item?I have my grandmothers red coffee perculator.
Name one or more of your favorite Clutter Fairy-isms (e.g., “thin the herd”) or decluttering and organizing mnemonic devices (e.g., OHIO—Only Handle It Once).Can’t think of one. I like the all.
Here’s your chance to ask Gayle and Ed any question you’re curious about. It need not be related to this survey’s topic(s).When is your book scheduled to be published and available for purchase?
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You do a great job. Just keep on doing what you are doing.

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