When We Give From The Heart, We Get So Much In Return. That Feeling Is Priceless.

I need to admit that my wardrobe also contains a few clothes and some pair of shoes that I never have worn. They are part of my wardrobe and stay there. I fully neglect them. When I reflect on it, it makes me feel sad. I am not proud of it. I feel bad that I could not resist buying them and that I just put them there. It is strange that some of these clothes and shoes once got all my attention and the next day, I lost my appetite in them. If I only could turn back time, I would not do it again. Am I too hard on myself? Maybe we all make these human errors? I also changed over time and developed another taste for clothes and shoes. I have become more feminine now. I feel comfortable expressing my feminine side. As a result, I collected quite some clothes and shoes that I do not really need.

Then, one day, everything changed. I was talking to a good friend and I told her how I feel sometimes about my wardrobe. I was hard on myself, once again, but my good friend understood what I felt deep within. She recognised my issue and then she told me about an organisation that collects unwanted clothes and shoes, sells them and donates the money to all kinds of charities. When I heard that, my eyes were smiling already. It was a sign from above to give back to society. I really enjoyed the idea to support others. It would not hurt me at all. So I went back to my wardrobe and selected the pieces that I have not touched for years. I was amazed about the quantity that I could remove. It worked as a sort of therapy. While cleaning my wardrobe, I felt how I became more at peace with myself. I would follow a more balanced path now and be more aware of what I really needed.

I contacted ICollectClothes and told them about my situation, they reacted very friendly. They receive many requests from people who want to do something positive for others. I certainly was not the first nor the last one. They explained to me how I had to proceed. I first washed the clothes. The next day, I put everything in three boxes. It felt good to know that I was on my way to give a helping hand to the less fortunate. It was time to make a change. I always wanted to contribute to the well-being of others and now I took action to make it happen. I felt proud. I am not so fond of administration, but I took the time to visit the website of ICollectClothes. There I was asked to select a charity and leave my personal details. When I saw Heart UK, the charity that focuses on the issue of heart diseases, I felt instantly connected to their cause. A family member suffers from a heart disease and I know perfectly how this can disturb the life of the patient and his close environment.

I did not have to think twice and made my decision. Then we agreed on a pick up date and time. When the boxes were collected by ICollectClothes, I really felt emotional. I had tears in my eyes and tried to hide it. The man who picked the boxes up, must have felt my emotional state. He smiled gently. Again for me a sign that everything was as it was supposed to be. My clothes and shoes were sold and the amount of money that was raised, went to Heart UK. Of course, everyone needs to select a charity that is in line with their dreams and desires. For me Heart UK was the right fit. I was really grateful and happy that I could do something to make someone else happy. I also admire organisations as ICollectClothes and their staff to go to all the efforts to make the world a better place. When I look at my wardrobe now, I can only smile. I see the transformation. I was able to replace a negative feeling – spending money over products that I did not really need – by a positive feeling of supporting people that really need my energy and love.

Since I got in touch with ICollectClothes a lot has changed for me. I feel more whole. Nature by itself is abundant. We just need to share our energy better. Rearranging the chaos in our lives, brings peace and happiness for all people involved. I would say: “Let us all take a look inside our wardrobe. Maybe we can also give back just by removing unwanted clothes and shoes. Giving is receiving. When we give from the heart, we get so much in return. That feeling is priceless. This is the website of ICollectClothes, have a look: https://www.icollectclothes.co.uk I just wanted to say thank you to ICollectClothes for their contribution.” Fundraising companies as ICollectClothes are needed and what they do, makes sense in every way! I do no longer dream of receiving a huge cheque to spend my day shopping, instead, I wonder how I can continue supporting others who live in less beneficial circumstances. That inner shift made me a better person and my inner beauty shines through. No dress or no shoes can top that.

By Liesbeth Leysen

Professional Writer