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In this episode of Decluttering Untangled, host Heather Tingle explores a powerful mindset shift—do we really need to own everything we use?

Society often equates ownership with success, encouraging people to buy rather than borrow. But is buying always the best option? Inspired by a recent client with a collection of unused machinery, Heather discusses the hidden costs of ownership—not just financial, but also in terms of space, mental load, and sustainability.

In This Episode:

✔️ The psychology behind the urge to buy instead of borrow
✔️ The unseen costs of ownership beyond money
✔️ How borrowing can reduce clutter, save money, and build a sense of community
✔️ Simple ways to incorporate borrowing into daily life (from books to tools to clothes)
✔️ Where to find lending libraries, borrowing apps, and local sharing groups

Resources Mentioned:
📌 Library of Things (UK) Library of Things (USA)
📌 OLIO App
📌 Libby App for free ebooks and audiobooks 

Heather encourages listeners to rethink their relationship with ownership and consider borrowing as a way to simplify life. She invites feedback and stories from listeners who have tried borrowing instead of buying.

Chapters

00:00
The Concept of Borrowing vs. Buying

02:55
The Social Perception of Ownership

06:08
Community and Resource Sharing

09:07
Practical Tips for Borrowing

11:51
Conclusion and Reflection

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