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Swedish Death Cleaning- what it is and why should you do it?


mature couple sitting in living room looking at belongings
Mature couple reflect on belongings


Swedish death cleaning is a concept that has gained popularity in recent years. It is a process of decluttering and organizing your possessions in a way that makes it easier for your loved ones to handle after your death. The idea behind this is to make things less stressful for your family and friends during an already difficult time. Here are some reasons why you should consider Swedish death cleaning:

It helps you prioritize what's important:

Mature couple sort belongings in storage
Mature couple sort belongings in storage

When you start the process of Swedish death cleaning, you begin to evaluate your possessions and determine what holds true value to you. You will also consider which belongings you want to go to specific family or friends and make accomodation for them. This can help you prioritize what's important in your life and let go of things that no longer serve a purpose.




It reduces the burden on your loved ones:


Losing a loved one is never easy, and having to make decisions about their possessions can be overwhelming. By practicing Swedish death cleaning, you're taking the burden off your loved ones by already letting go of anything that doesn't truly hold value to you and making it easier for them to handle your belongings.




Mature couple move boxes of belonging

It gives you a sense of control:

By organizing your possessions and making decisions about what to keep and what to let go of, you're taking control of your life. It can be empowering to know that you're making these decisions for yourself and not leaving them for others to make.




In conclusion, Swedish death cleaning is a practical and thoughtful way to prepare for the future. By taking the time to declutter and organize your possessions, you're not only making things easier for your loved ones, but you're also gaining a sense of control and prioritizing what's truly important in your life.


If you would like to learn more about Swedish Death Cleaning, here are a couple links to check out.





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