I vowed this year to remove one box/tote per week, this week have not done so yet but will before the week is up. Made a sewing studio in my basement. Next May I hope to add a long arm machine so I am motivated to do this. My daughter will get first dibs on any items she may have given me in years past. Then off to donate. So far I am doing well. Perhaps I should try one of the books listed to help.