128: A Garage Sale Is Just the Beginning: What Sorting Stuff Really Reveals
Update: 2025-06-30
Description
What if a garage sale was more than just a way to offload old stuff? In this episode, we explore how sorting for a sale—whether or not you actually host one—can offer powerful insights into what truly matters. From free boxes to family heirlooms, we share how the process of letting go often leads to surprising clarity and confidence. Whether you’re prepping for a big purge or just starting small, this conversation offers practical encouragement and mindset shifts for your next chapter.
In This Episode We Talk About:
- Why a garage sale is often the start of a deeper decluttering journey—not the end
- How sorting reveals what no longer fits your lifestyle or values
- Alternatives to selling, including donation, consignment, and community swap
Mentioned in this Episode:
- The power of letting sorting lead—not just organizing for the sake of it
- Common “aha” moments people experience when prepping for a sale
- Permission to skip the sale entirely and still make meaningful progress
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