KEEP VS. DISCARD DECISIONS

Do I use it? Have I used it in the past year? What are the realistic prospects for using it in the coming year? (‘Might’, ‘could’, ‘potentially’, ‘possibly’, and ‘maybe’ are not valid answers to this question. Only a definite plan.)

Is it in good working condition?

Can someone else make better use of it than I can?

Do I have more than one of this item? If so, which one is better?

Do I have enough space for this object?

What do I think would happen if I did not have this item? How real are my beliefs about those events?

Is it safe to use or store this item?

Does the item belong to me?

What is the replacement cost vs. the cost of keeping this item?

Does this item increase or reduce safety?

Is the item findable if needed?

Do you have the time and opportunity to use this item?

What are the advantages vs. disadvantages of keeping this item?

Do you really love it?

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