Movin' the STUFF out!

Movin' the stuff out!

January 15, 2013

Amazon makes it possible to sell through their marketplace. What a great service!

I placed about 15 books on the "market" and have already sold two. It gives me a rush! I had so much office stuff like padded envelopes, etc. that I didn't even have to rush out and buy packaging. That means I am getting rid of that STUFF at the same time. I shall make really sure that I get the packages out immediately so that I earn a good seller reputation.

This morning, I was thinking about the two giant throw rugs I have. Years ago, the Berber graced our living room and the kids played happily on it. After the separation, my ex decided he didn't want it anymore so I took the huge rug. I think I am able to let go of it now. Anyway, I have heated floors and shiny tile underneath.

The other rug I inherited from a friend. It has been in my office but it is too big and prevents me opening doors fully. I never thought about just giving it away. (Inner Voice - " Yeah, but it is expensive silk! Keep it! HOARD it!") Funny how I try to make things work that aren't workable.

When my aged aunt said "But my things are my life!" something in me went klick. I am NOT my stuff!! I'd really like to live with the maple cabinet, some of the asian statues and the books I use for work for a while longer. All of the things have marked phases in my life and I enjoyed them then. Or forgot that I had them (blush).

I've also thought about my tendency to take on more than my energy can handle. I keep saying yes to people who ask. More students, more seminars, more, more... I think my emotional brain feels like being asked is the same as being appreciated or liked. I just took on three more students which almost fills my teaching time to capacity. Could that be another form of hoarding?

Which brings up the question: How much money do I have to earn anyway? Maybe "the more the merrier" isn't the goal here.