We are hesitant to get rid of a lot of items that have sentimental value, are still good and have years left, or we've relied on for years. Throwing them away is definitely out as we were taught to "waste not, want not." (Probably Benjamin Franklin!)
However, giving still-good items to a place like Goodwill makes sure your things continue to help. Not only does Goodwill sell your items discounted to needy or thrifty shoppers, they use the money to help put to work disabled, mentally handicapped, unemployable people (such as former prisoners, uneducated, etc.) They have a cleaning business, laundry business, etc. where these folks can gain pride through work. They also do career training to help people become more skilled so they can get better jobs.
So, to declutter for you is a win/win situation when you can donate to a place like Goodwill.
I love Benjamin Franklin!
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