There is something about the way our holiday decorations hold so much magic and sparkle when we put them out but by the end of the season, we can't wait to take it down. So as the holidays come to a close and we all begin to put away our decorations, it's foreseeable that we want to declutter just about everything (including our kids!). The problem is...we want to make it some huge project and then we never do it. However if you keep it simple, you can get more done that you thought.
Even if you are not moving, one of the more challenging parts of home ownership is keeping your home clutter free, knowing how to downsize your spaces and how to practically reduce the number of your belongings. This guide will help you improve your skills so you can get the job done with the outcome you planned for.
Once you know why you need to declutter and downsize, how you do so will make more sense. Take a moment to realize the mental and physical benefits of the .jpg)
task at hand. Create a mental picture of what end result you wish to achieve. Hold on to that idea and enjoy the process.
Start with items that no longer have meaning to you or are no longer functional. They will be the easiest to discard and will create your decluttering mindset and enable you to keep going.
Next are the things that still bear a bit of a question mark as to whether they stay or go. These items may be duplicates of things you have kept “just in case.” Analyze their real value, rarity and usefulness. Doing so will answer the question of if they are worth taking up precious space.
The final step would be to address those pieces that still stir memories. It is hardest to declutter the photos and heirlooms that stir your emotions, especially if they’ll make you feel guilty if you part ways. Consider scanning old documents and photos. Friends and relatives may feel honored if you pass on small collectibles. Some items can be repurposed to start new lives in your newly created spaces.
Some days it seems as if a decluttered house is impossible and every time you make progress, you take two steps backwards when a certain someone (it could be you!) adds another pile on your kitchen counter. Have faith...just keep plugging away and you'll get there.
It is a learning process to successfully declutter and downsize. Stay focused on your mission. We have guided many clients through the process and can do the same for you.
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