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An Important Lesson
“Throwers” relish clearing out and will empty a house quickly; “keepers” want to preserve special things as well as memories, and will linger over the process. People who balance these attributes have come to the realization that the most valuable thing in a house is the life that has been lived there. Read more about how “keepers” and “throwers” work together to downsize and declutter.Press for our Book
“…a downsizing bible” Oregon Home
"...some items have special sentimental meaning... Huffington Post
"clearing out the clutter...a wonderful gift to your family..."USA Today
"sharing tips for getting the job done..."PBS’s Next Avenue
"Downsizing: What to do with all that stuff?" Forbes
“…discussions [help] avert misunderstandings…” The New York Times
“…creative ways…of maintaining peace while dividing the family heirlooms” BloombergBusinessweek
“practical suggestions for sorting through a lifetime of items…” The Washington Times
“…about memories, feelings and people…” Chicago Tribune
“tips on preserving relations and memories while sorting clutter...” The Salt Lake Tribune
"lessons from two who have 'been there, done that'..."Your Organizing Business
“…a useful resource...” Senior Living Institute
“…help is on the way…” Illinois Public Media
…the only book mentioned in the Comprehensive Checklist for Downsizing a Home Organize and DownsizeOn Our Bookshelf
Moving On: A Practical Guide to Downsizing the Family Home by Linda Hetzer and Janet Hulstrand
Buried in Treasures by David F. Tolin, Randy O. Frost, and Gail Steketee
Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast
Caring for Your Family Treasures by Jane S. Long and Richard W. Long
Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin
No Thanks Mom by Elizabeth Stewart
Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things by Randy O. Frost and Gail Steketee
The More of Less by Joshua Becker
Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate? by Marlene S. Strum
A Year of No Clutter by Eve SchaubOur Favorite Websites
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