771 days ago

Downsize to a Richer, Happier Life

Evelyn Page Retirement Village

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.

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More messages from your neighbours
1 day ago

HELP ME FIND PARKER

Michelle from Manly

HELP ME FIND PARKER
$1000 reward for his safe return

My cat is missing from Ladies Mile, Manly, Whangaparaoa

LAST SEEN MONDAY 22 DECEMBER 6.00pm
At 68A LADIES MILE - which backs on to ONEPU LANE - where he often goes, over the back fence.

Seal Point Cornish Rex Looks similar to Siamese. Large upright ears, Blue eyes, Short wavy fur, long tail, long slim build. Distinctive Siamese type meow.

Male, 6 year old, neutred. Microchipped, no collar.
Please check your garage, shed, and vehicles. Or he maybe disorientated and lost, or injured and lying low.

? Did your neighbours lock up and go away around that time
? Have you heard a cat calling
? Did he jump out of your car and get lost
? Did he get a fright and bolt
? Did a dog attack him

PHONE MICHELLE: 027 488 2279

6 days ago

Today’s Mind-Bender is the Last of the Year! Can You Guess It Before Everyone Else? 🌟🎁🌲

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I dance in the sky with green and gold, a spectacle few are lucky to behold; I’m best seen in the south, a celestial sight—what am I, lighting up the New Zealand night?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!

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4 days ago

Boxing Day sale now on at the Orewa Red Cross

Maryanne from Orewa

🛍️ Big savings at our place!
Half-price clothing, shoes, toys and menswear!
📚 Books are buy one, get one free.
The sale runs until Sunday at 5pm.
We’re also happily accepting summer donations — with thanks! (Please note we’re unable to accept linen, baby clothes, dinner sets, or jars.)
📍 Find us at Shop 5, Hilary Square, behind McDonald’s in Ōrewa.
Pop in and say hello! 😊

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