Many of us have probably watched the Netflix series about de-cluttering where the process is to hold an item in your hands and ask yourself "Does it spark joy?" to determine whether to keep it or throw it out. I've been struggling with this process with my B&O. I admit that I tend to hoard B&O and have many items that I never use and very well may never use again. So much of it is old technology that just isn't relevant anymore. After years of having an old Avant that was replaced with a Beovision 10, I finally brought myself to part with it. I asked myself who the lucky recipient would be of my very generous gift. Much to my dismay, I could not even GIVE it away! No one wanted it. They scoffed at 480p and the size and weight of the beast. I finally got someone to take it, but at that point I felt like he was doing me a favor. Last weekend, I did part with a BeoMaster 2000. I held it in my hands and admitted that it no longer sparked joy for me and that I would never use it. It felt a bit liberating to throw it in the dumpster. (*gasp*)
Here is a list of my B&O collection that is now gathering dust but that I can't part with:
BeoSound 2300 (my very first B&O sound system. Thus, sentimental attachment.)
BeoCenter 2 (horrible DVD player, but too beautiful to part with)
BeoSound Century
BeoSystem 4500 (mounted on my wall but not used)
BeoSound 5 (I use the BeoMaster 5 for my 2 Moments, but never touch the BeoSound 5 anymore)
BeoGram 8002 (gathering dust under the bed)
BeoCord 8000 (also gathering dust under the bed)
3x AV7000 (gathering dust under the bed)
9x BeoCom 6000 phones
6x BeoCom 2 (I admit that I have 3 connected, but my mother is the only person who still uses my landline)
I was just curious about other members on the forum and their similar experiences. What have you been able to part with and what was your process in getting there?
