Does Anyone Else Feel Like They Take Two Steps Forward and One Step Back?

Hi everyone! I'm Kathy, but my grandkids call me Oma, so that's where my username comes from.

I'm still a work in progress.

I'll spend weeks decluttering, feel so good about the space I've created, and then somehow start bringing things back into my house that I really don't need. Before long, I wonder how I ended up with more clutter again.

I know better, but I guess old habits die hard.

One of the reasons I'm interested in Swedish Death Cleaning is because I don't want to leave my children with a house full of stuff to deal with someday. More than that, I want to enjoy the freedom that comes with owning less.

I'm hoping being part of this community will help keep me motivated and accountable. I'd love to hear from those of you who have struggled with the same cycle. What finally helped you stop bringing unnecessary things back into your home?

Looking forward to getting to know all of you!