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Curating a Boost Box from Sentimental Items

A Boost Box is a small collection of beloved items that immediately lifts your spirits on difficult mental health days. Here is how to assemble yours.

By Amanda Maish October 15, 2021 5 min read

When going through sentimental items, don't banish everything to the basement. Select a few treasured letters, photos, or small gifts and place them in a dedicated 'Boost Box' kept easily reachable in your bedroom for low days.

Tags:#Boost Box#Mental Health#Sentimental Clutter

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