Box with an exit
My home has an “entrance” (for buying and deliveries) but no ‘exit’ (for letting go). I placed an OUT box for donations by the front door and set rules: ① Put in items unused, ill-fitting, or duplicates. ② Once full, immediately take it to the donation center. ③ If unsure, take a photo before adding it. The guilt of discarding lightens when it finds a “new home” through donation. As the OUT box fills, my home grows lighter and my choices quicker.
— Tips : Label a 45L paper bag or box “OUT.” Full = time to take action. Save donation locations to your phone’s favorites.
