Discussion: Eliminated Clothes: How Are They Managed?
In a world often consumed by material possessions, one woman has found joy and freedom in a lifestyle of generosity. This transformation began in 2013 when she decided to clean out her closet and adopt a capsule wardrobe, leaving over 100 pieces of clothes behind.
This decision was inspired by the book "More or Less" by Jeff Shinabarger. The author found that most of her clothes didn't fit her body or lifestyle, and they were simply being wasted. Instead of feeling guilty, she decided to learn from the situation, move on, and use her excess to meet a need and bless someone around her.
Her mantra became "Use your excess." This philosophy led her to surprise a friend with a piece of excess clothing, accompanied by a cup of coffee and a conversation about excess. The goal, as Jeff Shinabarger writes in his book, is not to feel guilt, but to feel grateful for excess and to bless friends with it.
The author was particularly moved by the organization Clothes4Souls, which is commonly referred to as a "clothing library" or "Kleiderbibliothek." This organisation allows donating excess clothing to the poor while creating jobs in disadvantaged communities through circular economy projects.
In addition to giving away her clothes, the author also recommends selling excess items on platforms like eBay, and donating the money to a cause. She mentions two specific causes: The Fred Rogers Foundation and H.O.P.E. Selling clothes on Instagram, at a resale shop like Plato's Closet or Buffalo Exchange, are other options she suggests.
The author's journey doesn't end here. In her next Q&A, she plans to discuss shopping smart to avoid repeating the guilt-inducing pile of clothes to get rid of. She also encourages hosting a Clothing Drive with friends, family, and community to spread the message of using one's excess to meet needs around them.
The book "More or Less" became one of the author's top 3 books, its message resonating deeply with her. It's a hopeful, purposeful, and relatable read that encourages us all to consider our excess and find ways to bless others with it.
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