Eco-Chic Lifestyle Change Week 9: Weekly Update

My SMART Goal

My SMART goal for the past week of the Eco-Chic Lifestyle Change was:

"I will remove 10 unnecessary items from my home in the next week."

Successes & Challenges

After 100 & 50 items, 10 items is so easy! I created several piles: one for donations, one for friends or relatives, and one for students. As you can see in the photo, I've added to my stash of prizes that I use in class for fun activities...

Feelings
I feel great about the process and love that I am liberating myself as well as the "stuff." If the "stuff" had feelings, it would want to be used instead of being stuffed in a box or closet, right? So why not get it out and about so that it can be used by someone who will appreciate it? :)

What I Learned

I learned that simplification can be a fun and creative process. It really is about creating the person and the life you want to lead. I've also started the process in my office as well! Love it!!

Plans for Next Week
Even though this is the last week of our lifestyle change project, I plan to continue this process in my home and office. I also have plans to do some simplification in my garage!!

Linky Party Instructions

Join the party using MckLinky. Follow these instructions...

1. Start by posting your post on your blog according to the instructions provided on the course calendar.
2. AFTER the post is completed, join the party below by clicking the "You are next" link.
3. For the title, enter "Your blog name (Eco-Chic Week __)". Example: Eco-Chic with Amy (Eco-Chic Week 3) 
4. For the link URL, add the permalink to your post.
5. Select "enter your link" and you will return to this blog post and should see your entry listed below. Click on it to make sure it takes you to the specific post.
6. Return to your blog. Click "edit posts" and select "edit" next to the introductory post.
7. Add the following text at the bottom of your post: "Blogged for the Eco-Chic Lifestyle Change Week __ hosted by Amy@Eco-Chic with Amy." Eco-Chic Lifestyle Change Week __" and insert the permalink to this party post. Then highlight the "Amy@Eco-Chic with Amy" and insert the main URL to this blog.
8. Select orange "Publish Post" button at the bottom of the window to publish the changes.
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10. Visit your web group members' blogs and leave comments for them as well.