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We hold onto
material objects because we think they make us feel secure when in reality
they are cluttering our lives. In life, we tend to have an easier time
acquiring possessions than we do getting rid of them. Just as we harbor
emotional baggage that is difficult to let go of, our lives can tend to be
filled with material objects that we may feel compelled to hold on to. Most
people are not conscious of how much they own and how many of their
possessions are no longer adding value to their life. They fiercely hold on
to material objects because this makes them feel secure or comfortable. While
it’s true that the ownership of “stuff” can make you feel good for a while,
it seldom satisfies the deep inner longings that nearly everyone has for
fulfillment and satisfaction. It is only when we are ready to let go of our
baggage and be vulnerable that it becomes possible to recognize the emotional
hold that our possessions can have on us. It’s not uncommon to hold on to material
objects because we are attached to them or fear the empty spaces that will
remain if we get rid of them. Giving away the souvenirs from a beloved voyage
may feel like we are erasing the memory of that time in our life. We may also
worry that our loved ones will feel hurt if we don’t keep the gifts they’ve
given us. It’s easy to convince ourselves that unused possessions might come
in handy someday or that parting with them will cause you emotional pain.
However, when your personal space is filled with objects, there is no room
for anything new to enter and stay in your life. Your collection of
belongings may “protect” you from the uncertainties of an unknown future
while keeping you stuck in the past. Holding on to unnecessary possessions
often goes hand in hand with holding on to pain, anger, and resentment, and
letting go of your material possessions may help you release emotional
baggage. When you make a conscious decision to fill
your personal space with only the objects that you need or that bring you
joy, your energy level will soar. Clearing your personal space can lead to
mental clarity and an improved memory. As you learn to have a more practical
and temporary relationship with objects, positive changes will happen, and
you’ll have space to create the life that you desire. |
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