There is something very cleansing about selling your possessions. It starts with the thought, ‘I need to get rid of some of my things…’ but quickly escalates to the complete purging of all material goods!
How often I picked up a book, or my prized blender thinking…no no, I won’t get rid of this….too much sentimental value, or too expensive to replace. Then give it a day or two and it’s gone with all the rest of my crap.
The thing is, everything in my life is replaceable, except for family and friends.
What I’ve really learnt through this exercise of major downsizing is that you aren’t your possessions. Ok, I know that sounds cliche, but until you go through the process of release I don’t think it’s possible to experience complete freedom of material goods…
hehe…as I write this, I realise how much I’ve just spent on a brand new touring bicycle, camping gear, and other kit and accessories I will need for my trip…the idiot is a hypocrite…
