Co-authors, an interior designer, and a mental health professional, identify and explore eight common excuses and justifications people face concerning their relationship with their belongings. Investigation of these excuses and the psychology surrounding our possessions is explored through personal stories and client case studies. The authors offer reflective questions and strategies, presenting a seven-step R.E.C.L.A.I.M. process designed to help listeners develop a healthier mindset and reclaim the function and design of their personal spaces.
This book serves as a practical tool and reference guide for navigating personal challenges with material possessions.
I've never really thought of myself as the type of person who is emotionally attached to things. If you ask me what items I would need to run out of a fire with I'm not sure I could tell you other than my people (and dog). Even though I purge well, we do have a lot of piles and clutter around the house that really bother me. I grabbed this book because I noticed that on the days that the house was more picked up, I relaxed better in the evening.
I was so surprised at how many examples they gave that totally mirror my life. It felt like each chapter was calling out my specific over loads of stuff. From pillows to wrapping paper I felt very connected to their examples. The nice part of it was that they give you concrete, easy to follow steps that actually help you get started. After just the first chapter of this book I was motivated enough to lock myself in my bedroom with a movie and get through all sorts of things. Now it looks so pretty in there! If I could just get my husband to read the chapter called "It has Value" we might be able to take our whole house back!
Buy the hard copy. This is a book that you will write notes in, highlight, and refer back to over and over.