5 Questions That Determine An Item’s Potential

“I really like fixing and building, and my wife and I like to go around on garbage day and pick up useful odds and ends. This of course also turns into a lot of stuff from a minimalist perspective. How do you deal with useful things that have no specific purpose yet?”

I believe that determining an item’s potential starts first by knowing thyself. On today’s show, I’m explaining my concept of the eco-minimalist spectrum; I’m also offering 3 tips for managing that space where—when we contemplate purpose—fantasy and reality diverge.

Here’s a preview:

[1:45]  The eco-minimalist spectrum: What it is and where you fall

[7:00] 5 questions to ask that will help you determine an item’s *actual* value

[14:00] Kid-specific advice about “stuff” that works well for adults, too

Resources mentioned:

• Episode #107: Cluttered Vs. Hoarding: What’s the Difference?

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