Downsize to a Richer, Happier Life
What do you want to do with your life? Would you like to travel, downsize, have more money and more free time? Do you ever feel like your stuff holds you back, but the thought of decluttering just seems too hard? If so, you’re not alone.
This is the first of a series of articles dedicated to helping you to downsize, declutter and rightsize your life, brought to you by Ryman Healthcare in conjunction with decluttering expert Peter Walsh.
When helping people to declutter, Peter never starts by focusing on the stuff itself. Every item in your home has a story, so the first step is to think about what that story is.
Maybe you’re thinking about downsizing as you approach retirement but still have all the artwork and toys and books that belonged to your now adult children, and don’t know what to do with them. Perhaps letting go of that old sports equipment means letting go of a vision you had of yourself that no longer fits who you are. Maybe you’re holding onto heirlooms you have no use for because you want to keep the memory of the person alive.
No matter what your situation is, it’s easier to declutter and downsize if you start by identifying the feelings that underlie your attachment to your stuff before tackling the stuff itself.
Click to read more.
The Tova Show
Hello! Are you a …
- A student/young professional renting
- A young family, renting or owning
- An older New Zealander/retiree/pensioner
We’re reaching out from the Tova show, the flagship weekly politics podcast on Stuff, as we prepare for our budget coverage and how it’s affecting Kiwis - we’d love to hear from you.
We need a few people who are available the week before the budget (Wednesday 22nd/Thursday 23rd May) and on the day of the announcement (Thursday 30th May).
Please email tova@stuff.co.nz or comment below if you’d like to share your perspective with us. We give you our commitment to treat your experience with sensitivity and care.
Type NFP if you don't wish your comments to be used.
Caring For You Like Family
91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.
Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.
Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
Where Can I Get Help For Depression
There are a range of support people and services in the community that can help you if you are feeling depressed.
A good starting point is your GP (family doctor). They can provide advice and can refer you to specialist services where needed🧑⚕️
There are also a variety of free telephone helplines and counselling services available:
📱 1737 Need to talk? - Call or text 1737
📞 The Depression Helpline - 0800 111 757 or text 4202
📱 Lifeline - 0800 LIFELINE 0800 543 354 or text 4357. and
📞 Lifeline Suicide prevention - 0508 TAUTOKO or 0508 828 865
📱 Samaritans - 0800 72 66 66
These are all available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
There are also freephone helplines especially for children and young people, including Youthline (for 12-24 year olds) and What’s Up (for children and teenagers). Youthline is available 24/7 and What’s Up is available any day from 11am to 11pm.
📞 Youthline - 0800 376 633, text 234, email talk@youthline.co.nz
📱 What's Up - 0800 942 8787, email whatsup@barnardos.org.nz
Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to access free counselling services through a referral from your GP or other health professional, or through your employer if they are signed up to an EAP (Employee Assistance Programme).
Peer support groups can also be helpful for people experiencing depression. These are groups (often run by a trained facilitator) where people come together to share their experiences and support each other 🫶
CAB Far North is happy to take your calls on 09 407 9829 or 0800 367 222. Email us on farnorth@cab.org.nz or visit us at 6 Cobham Rd., Procter Library Building, Kerikeri (across the road from Kerikeri Fire Station).
Open Monday to Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. & Friday 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
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