The Art of Decluttering

Rightsizing with Jeannine Bryant

Aug 17, 2025
In this chat with Jeannine Bryant, a seasoned senior move manager and founder of Easy Right Sizing, listeners discover the art of rightsizing. Jeannine shares compassionate strategies for downsizing, emphasizing emotional connections to belongings. She tackles the importance of starting decluttering early, highlighting how it can be a healing journey. Practical tips on preserving memories and navigating family discussions make this talk invaluable for anyone facing life transitions. Jeannine’s insights inspire proactive planning and mindful decision-making.
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ADVICE

Decide Now Or Others Will

  • Decide about your possessions now rather than leaving decisions for others later.
  • You keep decision-making power only if you act before someone else must sort your things.
INSIGHT

Legacy Is Story, Not Objects

  • Keepsakes' real legacy is stories, relationships, and recipes rather than objects.
  • Recognizing this shifts value away from things and eases letting go.
ADVICE

Gift One Treasured Piece Early

  • Gift meaningful single items to family early to increase acceptance.
  • Wrap one treasured piece, explain its importance, and give it as a present rather than dumping many items on heirs.
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