Is it normal that i collect things i don't need?

I'm a pack rat.
I usually keep all kinds of stuff from bills, receipts, buttons, trinkets, stickers, marbles, pebbles, etc. and pile 'em in a box.
It's sometimes annoying 'coz the boxes are occupying my cabinet space but most of these things have sentimental value so i just can't let go of 'em that easy.
Is there a way I can lessen this habit?

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Based on 26 votes (10 yes)
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  • joybird

    Put some stuff into a black bag and tie the top closed. If you don't go into that plastic bag for something you need within one month, lift it, without looking in it and throw it out. You obviously don't need the contents!

    Try to throw at least one thing out anytime you bring in one new item.

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  • ltlmsshakeapeare

    Your a hoarder...

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  • zadenb

    I collect keys that I have no idea on what they go to or where they came from. For some reason they remind me of my bf so I keep them with me all the time :) I guess its normal

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  • dappled

    I have a shoebox of cinema stubs, train tickets, and general stuff relating to past girlfriends.

    Including the finger of one of them.

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    • starspell36

      one of their finger?! that's really creepy...how did it happen?

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      • dappled

        Sorry, I was just making a joke. :/

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        • starspell36

          lol you had me there xD

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    • JustAnotherCase

      Awesome, I do the same thing..With Cinema stubs & train tickets..if we do it then heck yes its normal..lOl

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  • TheSlipperyPig

    i like to collect my pubic hairs, i'm planning on donating it to charity when i get enough to make a wig.

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