My interpretation of this cartoon (from the perspective of helping older adults downsize) is that the husband is having a difficult time with decision making. In fact, he seems to be quite traumatized as most people are when it comes to a life-changing decision to move.
I would have to agree with the wife that keeping the mutual funds is a really good idea.
But how do you decide what other 'keepsakes' to save, especially when keeping them all isn't an option?
TIP: When it comes to sorting the 'stuff', start small. Remember the saying,
"Don't eat the elephant all in one bite."
Let's start with one drawer - the infamous JUNK DRAWER. (Nobody wants to admit they have one, but we all have at least one.)
Ask yourself:
Do I use this every day or a few times a week?
Then it's probably ok to keep.
Do I use this just on special occasions?
Well, what special occasions? How often? If you can't recall the last time you used it, probably time to find it a new home (i.e. pass along to friend or family, donate or trash).
Well, what do we have here? How in the world did this get in here? Probably means you don't use it and it could be donated or put in the trash.
Stay tuned...more tips (and cartoons) to come.
Good luck with your sorting!
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