Hi Mary,
I really hear you!! At first I was laughing, and we must laugh at ourselves but honestly last fall I had a melt-down of this nature. I had so much stuff I couldn't enjoy doing what I love to do!
So I totally cleaned out my sewing room and got honest with myself of what I really want and don't want. It's hard to do but with the help of this board I persevered. Many wonderful comments on organization, stash reduction, etc.
It took a long time and I had some setbacks- family events, stuff like that, but I finally finished it.
I now have a room that's inviting. I WANT to be in there instead of closing the door and giving up in frustration.
I was also mad at myself for accumulating so much but donated things and that alone gave me great satisfaction- knowing that someone could also enjoy this passion.
I haven't looked back on anything I got rid of.
I also cut my buying waaaaay down, now that I know what I actually have in that room. I kept what I love and intend to use it :)
I am finally more productive. Having too much stuff made me too overwhelmed. This may not work for everyone but it worked for me :)
You need a HUG! So I just gave you one :D
Sue