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Decluttering your home is one of the best ways to bring order and peace to your living space. When there’s less mess, it’s easier to focus, stay organized, and get things done without distractions.
– Start small – Set clear goals – Use three boxes – Follow the "one in, one out" rule – Schedule regular sessions – Be mindful of sentimental items – Scan papers/photos – Use baskets or bins
– Storage bins or baskets – Labels or markers – Trash bags or boxes – Acrylic storage jars – Drawer organizers – Hanging hooks or racks – Over-the-door organizers – Stackable containers
Begin with a small area like a single drawer, a shelf, or one corner of a room.
Before you start decluttering, decide what you want to accomplish. For example, you might aim to clear out the clothes you no longer wear, organize your kitchen counter, or tidy up your workspace.
Create three piles: one for items to keep, another for items to donate or sell, and a third for trash.
To keep clutter from coming back, adopt the habit of removing one item from your home for every new item you bring in.
Invest in baskets, bins, or shelving units to organize the items you decide to keep. Label each container so everything has a specific place.
Paper clutter like old bills, receipts, or printed photos can take up a lot of space.
Make decluttering a regular habit, whether it’s once a week or once a month. Set aside a specific time to go through areas of your home and tidy up.
Sentimental clutter can be the hardest to deal with, but it’s important to keep only the items that truly bring you joy or have significant meaning.
Take time to appreciate the work you’ve done, no matter how small the progress might seem.