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Donation Ideas and Decluttering
Where to donate items is a concern for many people. They often get paralyzed by making the decision. We believe it is important to do your homework about donation sites, and then find the one or two that work for you. Finding the perfect place for each item can be as fatiguing as decluttering.
Project 333 for Summer
The Project 333 challenge started in 2010. I live my life like this. Some people I see regularly realize that I repeat many of my outfits, I’m sure. But no one ever says anything, and wearing only 33 items makes me a little more creative when I get dressed. All you have to do is to choose 33 items (clothing, jewelry, accessories, shoes) to wear for 3 months and hide everything else.
Where and How Do I Begin to Declutter My Home?
A good place to start is in the bathroom. After you’ve conquered the bathroom, you can move on to other areas of your home. Feeling a win in your bathroom will be motivating and bring you more peace. You just have to get started. In this blog, we offer tips and tricks to get you started in your primary and secondary bathrooms.
Plastic vs. Bamboo in Storage Containers
Many have made the choice to replace plastic with bamboo where possible and practical. If we scale up the environmentally friendly manufacture and use of bamboo, we can ultimately make a dent in the overconsumption of plastic. This blog offers the pros and cons of plastic and bamboo.
How Does a Pet Feel After You Organize Your Home?
I have a pet, a cat, and I regularly tidy up and go through the things he needs and loves. He doesn’t have a lot - he’s not a toy lover. But, he does have things I use regularly. This includes clippers, a brush, and definitely food, treats and medicine. Discard and/or reorder so that everything is fresh.
Decluttering Mistakes
Decluttering, simply defined, is “removing a mess or clutter from a place.” That’s it. So, whether you chose one of the methods listed in this blog, a hybrid approach, or another method from one of our other blogs, just do what works for you. The most important thing is to get started.
The Benefits of Decluttering Toys – Part 2
Watch your kids play for a week to get a sense of the toys they enjoy. Note which toys are most frequently used and those they love. And look to see which are being entirely ignored. Evaluate everything (dead batteries, outgrown, broken pieces) so you know the real reason some toys are no longer used.
The Benefits of Decluttering Toys – Part 1
Simplifying the toys in your home will reduce clutter, stress, and improve the quality of your child’s play. This is Part 1 of 2 in an explanation of the meaning of toys, their importance, and the best way to declutter them. Kids can be fickle with toys. One moment they love them, the next they stay in the corner.
How Should I Declutter My Pet’s Belongings?
Pets are a gift to us. They comfort us when we are down, bring us tremendous joy, and yet, sometimes make a mess. This blog discusses the importance of keeping a tidy space for our furry friends. Pets are sensitive to their surroundings like people. Here are a few good ideas for you to try.
What is Time Blocking?
When I was in high school, I had a friend who made a homework schedule on Sundays. No matter how much work she had, she always got everything done. I was amazed by that system and adopted it as a life skill. Her time management or “time blocking” skill is one I use to this day.
Repair Broken Items
Little home repairs can make a huge difference in the flow of your home. For example, a door that sticks all the time can drive you crazy after awhile. So, too, can a broken chair that rocks every time you sit down on it. Once repaired, that little annoyance is gone. Make home repairs quickly and easily with some of our tips!
What Is the Best Decluttering Method?
Decluttering is a very rewarding experience. Purchasing less and experiencing more have shown to have health benefits and make us feel emotionally fulfilled. Purchasing less also impacts the environment as we move away from consumerism. There are many methods for decluttering. Let’s look at a few of them.
How to Donate
In my home, if an item does not serve a purpose or serve me for a personal reason, I let it go. I feel that when I let go of things, it clears my energy and reduces distractions and visual clutter. Donating to others also changes their lives in positive ways. For example, if I have too much of one thing, I can get by with less and donate excess.
A Revelation About Downsizing
Downsizing can occur at multiple stages in life. For example, it can occur when children go off to college. It can also occur with the death of a spouse or after a divorce. To some, downsizing has a negative connotation. To others, it’s a source of liberation. Look at our personal story to see if it resonates with you.
2024 New Year’s Resolution: An Uncluttered Home
The list of recycled New Year’s resolutions goes on and on. From being able to fit back into your skinny jeans, to eating better, exercising more and everything else in between, these resolutions are typically a passing commitment. Think about the New Year’s resolution of getting your life in order. It’s a great way to start the year.
Clutter and Decluttering
The definition of decluttering is the process of deciding whether the things in your environment are clutter, and if not, where they belong in your home. And, in addition, acting on that decision once you have made it. The process of decluttering will help you make permanent, beneficial changes in your life. Here are a few suggestions.
How Do I Start Decluttering?
People often ask, how do I start decluttering? There is, of course, no magic formula. What I typically tell people is that you need to assess your individual situation and come up with a plan. No two people are alike, and no two decluttering plans are alike. There are, though, several common ways to get going, and we will discuss them here.
Laundry Organization
A system for laundry creates organization. It keeps from having stacks and stacks of laundry that either never get put away or take up space in your home. The use of baskets, boxes, or some other organization methods makes laundry time easier. Read through this blog to get some tips and tricks to renovate laundry duty.
Decision Fatigue and Decluttering
At the risk of oversimplifying, a key player in decision-making is your prefrontal cortex (the area of your brain just behind your forehead). This area of the brain determines how quickly or slowly you become overwhelmed. Known as the “amygdala hijack,” there is a lot to learn about decluttering and avoiding that overwhelming feeling.
What Should I Remove First When Decluttering?
Clothing is worn close to our bodies and, therefore, close to our hearts. By decluttering clothing first, we get in touch with our heart center. Digging deeper, it is most important to start decluttering with the clothing worn on the upper body. This is where we get in touch with ourselves. Based on the KonMari Method® by Marie Kondo.