Why is it so hard to let go of the things we own?

A writer reflecting on nearly nineteen years spent in a London flat is exploring the emotional difficulty of decluttering. As Channel NewsAsia tells it, the process of letting go of accumulated books and household items can be surprisingly poignant. The piece examines the psychological connection between our possessions and the lives we have built.

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