Throwing out old clothes
garyoconnor007
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Not sure if this is the correct section to post but here goes.
I've gone from a 38 waist to a 34 and recently decided to throw out / donate old bigger clothes which no longer fit.
Main reason was it was like leaving the past behind and planning on never returning to that weight. Anyone else ever done this?
I've gone from a 38 waist to a 34 and recently decided to throw out / donate old bigger clothes which no longer fit.
Main reason was it was like leaving the past behind and planning on never returning to that weight. Anyone else ever done this?
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Definitely. I sold all of my clothes when I lost the majority of my weight. It made a nice chunk of change!
Even now, if I let myself get back up a few pounds and wind up with things that are bigger than usual, I'll just donate them once I am back into my usual clothes because I don't want that option of grabbing bigger jeans and dresses that allow for a lot of bloating and slouching. That isn't where I'm headed.6 -
Good to hear1
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That's my plan, not that it's going to guarantee you won't gain it back, but it might be a deterrent, and solidify the change in your brain?2
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Oh heck yes i am going to be getting rid of my bigger clothes, already donated a pair of jeans (the other pair betrayed me and ripped in the inner thigh; #thickthighproblems). I don't want them around tempting me.6
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I always hated my old jeans, far to long and baggy0
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Free up that room, you and your closet can lose weight together!5
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Yes. However, depending on the quality of the pieces, perhaps some can be tailored to fit you again.2
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Why would you NOT do this? People here talk about having 20 years worth of clothes stuffed into their closets and basements. I never understood why people keep stuff around that's not useful to them. It's just a waste of space and something else to keep organized. Keep what is useful on a year-long timeframe, and donate or ditch the rest. Go for it!8
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I did this the first time I lost weight it felt so good. However, I ended up getting pregnant about six months later and then wished I hadn't been in such a hurry to get rid of my bigger clothes.. but eventually I did get back down to a lower weight and it all worked out fine. This was something I didn't even take into consideration at the time. Lesson learned lol.
However donating your clothes for whatever reason is very kind so I don't actually totally regret my decision as they went to someone in need!1 -
I have all of mine gathered up into a huge contractor bag. I'm planning on giving them to the Vietnam Vets!7
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I've just given my fourth whole wardrobe of clothes to the local charity shop. I may have been losing... a little bit of weight...5
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Why would you NOT do this? People here talk about having 20 years worth of clothes stuffed into their closets and basements. I never understood why people keep stuff around that's not useful to them. It's just a waste of space and something else to keep organized. Keep what is useful on a year-long timeframe, and donate or ditch the rest. Go for it!
I agree! I haven't been my current size since I was 13 years old but even if I had wardrobes of right-size clothing from my twenties I would not be wearing them again now!
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I just donated four pairs of big jeans, and came out of the thrift shop with two smaller pairs for $6 a pair. Feels like a real accomplishment to see my weight loss progress, and getting rid of the larger sizes just underscores my commitment to not gaining it back.3
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I had a right clear out, but now I have very little that fits me. Hubby told me off for not keeping them "in case I grow back into them". I told him (after I'd calmed down) I wasn't a child I am not wanting nor expecting to " grow into them". Silly man!!! I need to go shopping...3
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No I haven't but I need to. I know I'm not going back to that size but I'm nervous about doing it. I think it's all mental at this point and I will do it soon.0
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I can't wait to be able to do this. Well done on your hard work and determination.0
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Great idea! It shows you have entered into a whole new life.0
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I absolutely have given away the clothes 2 sizes too big as I've lost my weight. I no longer possess the 54, 52, 50, 48, 46, 44, 42, 40, 38 or 36 trousers. I'm wearing the 32's and still have the 34's.
I donated the stuff to Goodwill.9 -
I absolutely can not wait until I have this decision to make!!
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I have a huge pile of beautiful / expensive slacks, cords and 2x / 3x shirts. I am going to take them to Hospice thrift shop to help others. It is expensive to replace clothes but rewarding to slide into new, smaller, trimmer slacks.3
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