
← ORGANIZE WITH GRACE | Declutter | Downsize | Move17 Jun · 34 min
Swedish Death Cleaning Could Be the Method To Downsizing Success (An Interview with Emily McDermott)
<p>There comes a point where many families need to address the proverbial elephant in the room: What happens to all of my parents' stuff someday?</p>
<p>Whether you are helping aging parents downsize, supporting a move into assisted living, or simply thinking ahead for your own future, this conversation is important.</p>
<p>In this episode, I sit down with Emily McDermott to talk about an inspiring topic (and book) with an unusual name but one that's so impactful: <em>The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning.</em></p>
<p>Together we talk about:</p>
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<li style="font-weight:400;">Why planning can ease stress for loved ones</li>
<li style="font-weight:400;">The difference between sentimental and simply old</li>
<li style="font-weight:400;">How to start downsizing without overwhelm</li>
<li style="font-weight:400;">Why asking family members what they actually want matters</li>
<li style="font-weight:400;">The emotional side of letting go</li>
<li style="font-weight:400;">Why waiting until a crisis often makes things harder</li>
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