Lisa on ABC radio with Robbie Buck 

Segment on Downsizing
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Lisa on ABC radio

Lisa clarified the emotions involved when downsizing as it is a very emotional and traumatic time.

• Something to remember is that your possessions don’t have to physically come along with you to keep the memory alive.
• Biggest Tip when it’s not possible to take everything with you, Lisa suggests taking photos of all cherished items, and using these images to make a coffee table photo book to capture those very special memories.
• To make the process easier about what to keep and what to let go of, Lisa advises if possible, to purchase your new home prior to settlement. That way you know the limitations of the space for your goods that you can take with you.
• This can help with the letting go process as the last thing you want to do is clutter your new home.
• Be honest with yourself, and ask yourself questions when it comes to looking inside your wardrobe, are all these different sized clothes still necessary? Realistically – will they be worn again, do these shoes fit, or are they moldy?
• Do you need your extensive book collection, are they collecting dust or are they collecting mold?
• If you have multiple dinner sets, question yourself, are you still entertaining and how often?  Realistically, how many do you really need?
• Lisa’s 15 years of experience has shown that letting go will be less emotional than anticipated if you have less ‘stuff’.