Decluttering Tips

Why such a sharp focus on decluttering? We change as our lives progress. Our experiences mold and shape us. Those of us who focus on reducing clutter with a passion, most likely once struggled with it first-hand and seek to serve others in that same position.

When we get to the point that we are no longer satisfied with the current condition of our lives, we need help and we need it now. You need guidance on how to get motivated so you can declutter fast!

If you are a pack rat or struggle with compulsive hoarding and are ready for change, follow these 4 steps on how to declutter or my 3-step overhaul method of decluttering your home.

It's natural to want to be clean and organized. We feel better and we think more clearly. It makes our lives better.

When I compare my humble home with an extravagant home, it indeed looks modest. But, when I compare my home to that of Charles and Caroline Ingalls from Little House On The Prairie... Yikes! I have a lot stuff! (Especially before I began to declutter!)

Now, they didn't have a lot of extra money, but the simplicity inspires me! Besides, I think there is still something to be learned from that family. Even though many people don't have a lot of money to spend on non-essentials, they spend it like crazy anyway by using credit and going into debt.

Indecisive About Clutter?

What are you to do when you have a number of items that you don't really need, but you're not ready to give up, yet? Perhaps a practice run will help you with overcoming procrastination and to cut your ties with some of your clutter.

How to get motivated to declutter may inspire you to make tough decisions, as well.

Decluttering is essential as our world is inundated with STUFF. Waste and excess is like a plague. If your home or space has caught the clutter-bug, I am issuing a warrant that your home be officially in a state of quarantine. :)

What To Do With Clutter

Two options are collecting your unwanted items to donate to charities or having a yard or garage sale. Here are some tips for yard sale pricing and a garage sale checklist.

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