
5 Unexpected Benefits of Giving Away Stuff
During Giving November, we aren’t just focused on giving away money. The month is also about giving away our time, our skills, and our stuff. Whether it’s gently used or toys, clothes, books, or even furniture, here are five unexpected benefits of donating things to charity. 1. You Will Feel Lighter Before we were all glued to Marie Kondo’s Netflix Special, “Tidying Up," Gretchen Rubin was writing about the benefits of having an empty shelf. When you give away your things, you feel lighter and less weighed down. 2. You Gain a Sense of Control Similar to the weight that is metaphorically lifted when you give away your things, decluttering provides a sense of control. Even doing just one small thing on your checklist will empower you to take…