Work in 15-minute increments so that you don’t get overwhelmed. Set a timer, and stop when the time is up. If you have more time, do it again later. If your day is busy, commit to at least one 15-minute increment.
Resolve to declutter one room and stick with it until it’s cleaned out. What room is driving you the craziest? The garage? The basement? The bedroom? Or if that is too overwhelming, start with a room that needs some work but can be decluttered quick
Once you choose the room, pick just one area to work on until you get it clean. Key areas include counters, closets, junk drawers, and cabinets.
Find a place for everything you plan to keep. If you don’t have room for everything, get rid of more things until you do have room.
Do you have trouble making decisions or letting go? Create a (small) box for the items you can’t decide about. Set a time limit for yourself, such as a week or a month. If you don’t need the items when the time limit is up, get rid of them.
It’s always easier to get rid of things when they might benefit someone else. Donating is better than simply throwing them away, and it’s better for the environment!
Get more tips and motivation from the pros, such as Marie Condo, Allie Casazza, Cas Aarssen, The Minimalists, and or The Home Edit. Look around online. You are sure to find someone whose approach matches your personality and style.
When the 23 days are up, celebrate! Reward yourself. Let us know how you did. Post your successes online and tag them #hsdcdeclutter2023. We can’t wait to see what you achieve!