Reading this was bittersweet but let's also say, I get it. We moved a lot as a kid. I've moved a lot as a married woman. As I write this another move is planned. I could almost say I'm used to it but I refer to myself as a gypsy. I might even say I have learned to "let go" of things. My strongest issue is when people give you 'stuff'. The mindset of gifting is an interesting one. I have been guilty of passing on things and I try to be mindful. It's a hard discussion with someone who insists on giving trinkets. In fact, it angers them when you say no thank you sincerely. ( another topic) With every move you shift, toss and decide. It's not a bad process for sure.
I was in my young 20s when an older (wiser) dear coworker and friend first said to me, "You know, Jenna, you don't have to keep things just because they were a gift." It was the smartest advice anyone had given me up until that point. It changed my world view! It's been especially interesting living in Korea where "stuff" is simply different here. There are no stores dedicated to stuff decor-only "stuff." Most Korean homes do not have decorations or seasonal things that they put out on display for one month at a time. Most modern apartments have furniture, maybe some pictures of family, but that's it! I suppose everything in life is a balance. I love understanding a spectrum of perspectives and experiences. Thank you for sharing this (and for reading)! :)
Reading this was bittersweet but let's also say, I get it. We moved a lot as a kid. I've moved a lot as a married woman. As I write this another move is planned. I could almost say I'm used to it but I refer to myself as a gypsy. I might even say I have learned to "let go" of things. My strongest issue is when people give you 'stuff'. The mindset of gifting is an interesting one. I have been guilty of passing on things and I try to be mindful. It's a hard discussion with someone who insists on giving trinkets. In fact, it angers them when you say no thank you sincerely. ( another topic) With every move you shift, toss and decide. It's not a bad process for sure.
I was in my young 20s when an older (wiser) dear coworker and friend first said to me, "You know, Jenna, you don't have to keep things just because they were a gift." It was the smartest advice anyone had given me up until that point. It changed my world view! It's been especially interesting living in Korea where "stuff" is simply different here. There are no stores dedicated to stuff decor-only "stuff." Most Korean homes do not have decorations or seasonal things that they put out on display for one month at a time. Most modern apartments have furniture, maybe some pictures of family, but that's it! I suppose everything in life is a balance. I love understanding a spectrum of perspectives and experiences. Thank you for sharing this (and for reading)! :)
I wanted to pull out a pen and highlighter while reading this. I love that I learn about myself while I get to learn more about you!