By Caroline Andrews If you’re thinking about downsizing — whether it’s to simplify life, move into a smaller home, rent instead of own or transition into a retirement community — you’re not alone. More and more people are choosing to let go of the excess and focus on freedom, comfort and ease. But let’s be honest:...
There’s no checklist long enough or calendar organized enough to prepare someone for the emotional complexity of downsizing. The process is never just about square footage. It’s about letting go—of objects, routines, identities and, often, the very home where decades of memories were made. If you’ve ever opened a closet and felt...
