Swedish death cleaning
Swedish death cleaning is a decluttering method historically practiced in Sweden. It is a simple living practice, encouraging people to get rid of their belongings before death to spare loved ones from having manage them.[1] As the practice has become more popular in the United States, it has received both praise and criticism, being described as morbid.[2][3] The term was created in a book by Swedish author Margareta Magnusson.[4][5]
The tradition inspired a 2023 TV show, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, produced by Amy Poehler.[6] In the show, three Swedish people help Americans declutter and detach from belongings.[7]
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[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Degges-White, Suzanne. "Death Cleaning: Embracing the Art of Döstädning". www.psychologytoday.com. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ Coffey, Helen (6 April 2024). "'Death cleaning' isn't morbid, it's the healthiest thing you can do". The Independent. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ Schmidt, Mackenzie (24 October 2017). "What Is Swedish Death Cleaning: Döstädning Trend Book". People.com. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ DiGiulio, Sarah (2 November 2017). "'Swedish death cleaning' is the newest decluttering trend". NBC News. Archived from the original on 1 May 2025. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ Magnusson, Margareta (3 January 2018). "'Death Cleaning' Is the New Marie Kondo. Should You Try It?". TIME. Archived from the original on 9 February 2025. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ Bell, BreAnna (8 April 2022). "Amy Poehler and Peacock Are Bringing The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning to Life". People.com. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
- ^ Golby, Joel (6 July 2024). "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning: a rare TV show that will change your life for the better". The Guardian. Retrieved 1 May 2025.
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