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We have some areas of our homes and lives that we leave cluttered because we feel it is not essential to take the time to take action. But when we do this in several areas of our lives, we put ourselves in a self-induced predicament. And as a result, we can become sick and feel disconnected and ashamed of the lives we are living. It's unnecessary to allow this to continue; there is a way to stop it. To help you start clearing the clutter, you first must determine what the clutter is.
Feel free to click through and read the How to awaken to the clutter in your life series.
Awakening to the clutter series will give you steps to notice things again in your home. We are creatures of habit and can quickly forget how clutter affects us, so to bring this awareness back, start with part 1.
Awakening to Clutter in the home series
HOW TO AWAKEN FROM CLUTTER BLINDNESS - PART 1
And, HOW TO TAKE CARE OF CLUTTER IN THE HOME {PART 2 OF THE AWAKEN TO YOUR CLUTTER BLINDNESS SERIES}
Then, HOW TO SORT KEPT ITEMS {PART 3 OF THE AWAKEN TO YOUR CLUTTER BLINDNESS SERIES}
After determining the clutter areas in your home, here are some quick items you can eliminate right now to get emotionally ready for more extensive project transformations.
10 Ways to Jump-start Your Decluttering
Old magazines
Cassette tapes you don't use.
Out-of-season clothes that are worn and need replacing.
Check new arrival rugs at Boutique Rugs
Games you don't play.
Old reference paper in your filing cabinet (Affiliate Link).
Index cards that were used for a project.
Posters from a project.
Kitchen small appliances (Affiliate Link) that are never used.
Binders and Hanging folders you have been holding but haven't used for the last three years.
Papers in your inbox.
By taking these steps, you will be well on your way to making your home a more comfortable place to live. Taking small steps is acceptable. But, remember it's not the size of the steps. You consistently do them until you have finished the task at hand. I hope this helps you jump-start your decluttering.
Please share with others and discuss what clutter you have in your life.
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