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This is an excellent, motivational book for those of us that are packrats and have tons of stuff hanging around. I have three books by Don Aslett. All are easy to read and entertaining as well. For this particular book, it only took the first three chapters and I was packing up clutter like you wouldn't believe. I am a first class packrat and have clutter all over. I love to shop and collect things but do I want a life with stuff or a life with people whom I love. I have also read his other book "How to Lose 200 Pounds This Weekend". In the past two weeks I have donated at least 15 bags of stuff I don't use and haven't used in a long time to a few different places. Some to a consignment store where I have actually made money on items I haven't used or worn. Others to two charitable organizations. I feel a lightness on my shoulders each time I rid myself of a box or bag or two. Other books I have read by other authors have not motivated me the way this book and others by Don Aslett have. I am sending this book to a friend who has almost as much clutter as I have. Read this book and find yourself dejunking right away. I highly recommend this book and others of his to those who have lots of stuff but can't find the strength to rid themselves of it. This book makes you want to get rid of clutter and reclaim your life.Read full review
I bought this book at a yard sale - guess they were "de-junking" and felt they didn't need Don Aslett's guidance anymore? Well, this is the kind of book I'd even pay full price for. It's worth it, just to get some clear ideas on how to stop letting "stuff" overtake my life. Practical advice on how to overcome the urge to buy souvenirs that get broken or become dust collectors; how to keep tchotchkas from getting the upper hand so you can't find the useful things; and how to stop hoarding every little thing. If you can't see the top of your desk for all the knicky-knacky junk or you find yourself buying a new pair of scissors each time you need some because you can't find the last 10 pair you bought, you need to read this book AND use his ideas. Then pass the book on to another packrat you know ... After that, move on to his other great book, "How to lose 250 pounds in 1 weekend".Read full review
Great book to prompt you to de-clutter your own life.
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Facts about de-junking your home/life. Stories that individuals can relate to and make you chuckle saying, "That's me!". Questions to ask yourself once you decide to "let go!" Money saving tips and exercises that make you realize how much you've spent on clutter. Learn to live more simply. How hoarding affects your mood and readiness to move on. Tips to finish projects. I bought this book when it was published wayyyy back in 1984, obviously because I thought I needed it. I'm glad I didn't rent it from the library since I JUST finished! Only 25 years to read a book. For me, that's pretty darn good. I now relate stories to friends and family. I've highlighted several pages and refer back to renew my enthusiasm and motivation. I bought this as a 2009 Christmas gift for my cousin, who struggles with getting rid of stuff. She's far worse than I ever was before reading "Clutter's Last Stand". I am a writer, but since I have no time due to cleaning closets, drawers and other "junk", I'm ending this review with 2,432 characters remaining! sbRead full review
How to book that propels you into dejunking all of your stuff that is getting in the way of your life. Don Aslett is funny and has many hysterical stories to tell. Need to keep book around the house whenever you need incentive to begin decluttering.
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