10 Clutter-Clearing Strategies that Will Gradually Make Your Life 100 Times Easier
- Start with one small area—like your junk drawer. ...
- Set a timer for 10 minutes. ...
- Try the trash-bag method. ...
- Keep it sustainable. ...
- Use “habit tracking” to your advantage. ...
- Never, ever start with sentimental items.
Where do I start decluttering when overwhelmed?
The first step to decluttering when you're completely overwhelmed is to choose an area to start with. I always recommend starting in the bathroom! Most of the items in your bathroom are easy things to get rid of, so you can make quick decisions.
Where do you first declutter?
I recommend starting with the kitchen because it's a space that, when simplified, can have a huge positive impact on your life. It's also where there are probably the least amount of sentimental items that can be tough to let go of. Look, I get that decluttering can be daunting.