#122 From ’it’ll do’ to ’make do’

2023 phrase "it will do" calms my perfectionist anxiety

Striving for tidiness, resisting hoarding tendencies

Retiring items when its purpose has been fulfilled

Embracing "it'll do" mentality for 2023 led to less stress and overthinking, allowing for more focus on important things.

Hoarders struggle with using what they have, but I'm seeking to become more adaptable and resourceful.

Facing challenges in decluttering, balancing desire for tidiness and fear of letting go.

Desire to reduce waste, finding satisfaction in finishing products.

Examples of how "it'll do" helped me make decisions and reduce stress.

Introduction of the new phrase for 2024, "make do," which emphasises resourcefulness and adaptability.

The influence of financial awareness in choosing the new phrase.

Desire to engage more with possessions.

Exploring the contradiction in hoarders' tendencies to find multiple uses for items to justify keeping them but not being resourceful in other ways.

The impact of perfectionism on the desire for the "perfect" item and the challenge to accept what is adequate.

The potential risk of using "make do" as an excuse to keep everything and the need for balance.

The acknowledgement of challenges in embracing "make do" and the importance of trusting the process.

Finding pleasure in finishing and using up items as a result of a shift in perspective.

Personal examples of feeling a sense of achievement in using items fully.

Comparing the emotional attachment to well-used items versus unused items.

The aim of "make do" to encourage thoughtful use of possessions and sustainable engagement with them.