Designate a spot for incoming papers. Papers often account for a lot of our clutter. … Start clearing a starting zone. … Clear off a counter. … Pick a shelf. … Schedule a decluttering weekend. … Pick up 5 things, and find places for them. … Spend a few minutes visualizing the room. … Create a “maybe” box.
What is the first step to decluttering?
- Get your Clutter Under Control. …
- Step 1: Empty the Space. …
- Step 2: Create a Vision for the Room. …
- Step 3: Sort Everything into Two Piles. …
- The Vision Pile. …
- The Out-the-Door Pile. …
- Peter’s Simple Sorting Tip. …
- Step 4: Donate or Trash Items.
Where do you start to declutter?
The best room to start decluttering is the bathroom. When you’re overwhelmed by the mess, it’s the easiest place to start.
