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The Art of Letting Go: Swedish Death Cleaning with Mindy Godding

November 11, 2024 • Karen Coyne, CFP®

If you feel overwhelmed by clutter, imagine how your children and loved ones will feel when they are tasked with going through all of your stuff one day.

Or maybe you’ve already been through this process after losing someone and know how difficult it can be. Perhaps the experience changed your perspective on how many things we needlessly hold onto.

Decluttering isn’t just about tidying up. It can also serve to lighten the load that our loved ones will eventually be left to deal with.

This is where Swedish Death Cleaning comes in. Inspired by The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning by Margareta Magnusson, this method helps you declutter with intention, making life easier for those you leave behind.

Mindy Godding, a professional organizer, describes the process and shares simple, practical tips. My favorite is to start with less sentimental spaces, like utility areas, before moving on to items with emotional value. Plus, learn how open conversations with family can relieve future stress.

Take control of your belongings and simplify your life, while bringing ease to both you and your family.

Key Highlights:

Swedish Death Cleaning: A deeply personal approach to decluttering with the aim of reducing future burdens on loved ones
Gentle Approach: Tackle decluttering mindfully, balancing emotional and practical considerations
Starting Small: Begin with utility spaces like pantries to build momentum without overwhelm
Emotional Challenges: Manage the sentimental weight of certain items while staying focused on what matters
Secrets and Sentimentality: Tips for letting go of hidden or private items that don’t serve you anymore
Empowerment: Take control of your possessions while granting peace and simplicity to your loved ones
And much more!

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About Our Guest:

Mindy Godding is co-founder of Abundance Organizing, an A+ accredited move management and organizing company offering household decluttering, downsizing, and unpacking services. The Abundance Organizing team serves to organize clients hands-on across Central Virginia and virtually throughout the U.S. For more information: www.abundanceorganizing.com.