I let go of something last week. Something that’s been in my life for the last few years. Something I perhaps should have let go sooner.
I’m not a hoarder, and I’m not sentimental about stuff.
I’ve joined the local Buy Nothing group and have farewelled glassware, cookware, a Turkish kilim, and a Moroccan tagine in recent months.
I recently had a Shred-X secure bin delivered so I could safely say farewell to old client documents that were taking up drawer space.
Many books and clothes have gone to local op shops.
But I find it hard to let go of things that revolve around relationships. Things I’ve invested time, effort and money in; that I have an emotional attachment to.
This thing completely changed my practice and the way I work. But I think I’ve learned what I needed to, for now. I was letting perceived value and familiarity drive my decisions.
So last week, I cut the cord and let it go. And I don’t feel like I’m missing out on anything.
We hold onto things for a range of reasons. But it’s okay to let go when they no longer serve a purpose in our lives. It’s how we create space for new experiences and opportunities.