One can never feel truly relaxed in one’s home when there is a lot of clutter around. We all know that living a simple life with only the things we need is a must, but the very thought of going through everything you own and throwing things away is overwhelming.
Just think how you’ll feel when you’re done! Make it a fun activity instead of treating it like a chore.
Here are some expert tips on how to declutter your home:
Have realistic expectations
Recognize that ordering is not an overnight process. The duration will depend on how many things you have and how many rooms you are cleaning. If you are working on the entire house, that will take even longer. Accept the challenge and do not expect quick results, this will only lead to frustration.
Start with at least 10 minutes at a time
To avoid feeling overwhelmed, you can try to build momentum by working for just 10 minutes a day. This is also great for busy people. Once you find more time or get the hang of it, you can work on cleaning for hours at a time.
Have the labeled boxes ready
To make cleanup more organized, sort the things you’re leaving and organize them into 2 main categories: “to donate” and “to throw away.” Have ready large boxes labeled with these categories.
work out
Start with your bedroom, then move on to the other rooms in the house, the kitchen, the living room, and then the garage. This way, you’ll have a clean room to relax in while you work on the rest of the house.
start with your clothes
Your closet is a good place to start. Give up clothes you never wear or haven’t worn in over 6 months.
Take before and after photos
To motivate yourself, take a photo of a room or area you want to work on. After you’ve done your magic, take another photo. Compare both photos and see how removing a few things you don’t need can make a world of difference!
get help
You don’t have to do everything yourself! If you live with your family, ask them to take care of tidying up their own rooms. You can work together cleaning common areas. Plus, you’ll get a second opinion on whether to keep or discard an item.
Have a garage sale
Once you’re done decluttering, you’ll probably end up with a ton of stuff. You can donate some or you can have a garage sale and make money from the things you have discarded. Remember, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure!
Follow these expert tips on how to declutter your home!
