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I have tried to declutter my home in the past but, I would become overwhelmed and eventually give up. This time I know I need a plan of attack. So, I did some research and this is what I plan to do (based on what I found):
- One Space at a Time - No matter how big or small, only work on one area at a time (ex: the linen closet).
- Designate Space - Decide what the space will be used for (ex: linen closet - linens only!)
- Empty It and Clean Out - Remove everything from the area. This will give you an opportunity to thoroughly clean it and evaluate how much usable space you actually have.
- Classify the Clutter - Categorize the clutter you are removing into boxes/bins: trash, recycle, keep and sell/donate.
- Organize - Before putting items into the space, utilize and organize with boxes, bins, shelves, etc. This will give everything it's place and make it easier to keep tidy.
- Maintain - Be sure not to put items in the space that don't belong. Revisit the space - straighten it out and declutter every few months.
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