If you want to purge your house of clutter but don’t know where to start, these tips are for you!
Every time you’re tempted to keep something “just in case,” ask yourself this: What would I do if I needed this item and didn’t have it?
Once you’ve made progress with your easy items, it’s time to tackle what I call “stubborn clutter”. These are items where you feel confusion or resistance to letting go, and one of the easiest ways to create clarity is by naming your trade-offs.
Do a sweep of your space and clear any obviously unwanted items. Don’t overthink it—just purge, purge, purge!
Try breaking things down in practical step-by-step actions—and a great way to do this is by following your excuses. Ask yourself why you can’t declutter right now and see what comes up.
Taking 10 minutes to write a quick list of reasons why you’re decluttering is an essential first step. Why? Because what we think about is what our brains focus on.