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Decluttering 101: Start Fresh for the New Year

Amy Fregosi Salazar

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Our environment plays a pivotal role in shaping our emotions and mindset, often influencing our mood without us even realizing it. As we step into a new year, the atmosphere is ripe with potential for renewal, making it the perfect time to declutter, organize, and purge the old to welcome the fresh and new.


In this post, we'll explore practical tips to help you create a clean slate and embrace a fresh start for the year ahead.


Tip #1: Pace Yourself 

When embarking on your decluttering journey, it's crucial to pace yourself by sorting only one room per day, ideally in manageable 1-3 hour blocks. Attempting to tackle multiple rooms simultaneously or dedicating extended periods to sorting can quickly become overwhelming, potentially leading to burnout and discouragement.


By adhering to a well-structured schedule, you'll maintain momentum and motivation, making the entire process feel more achievable and less daunting.


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Tip #2: Rethink Sentimental Items

When decluttering, it's easy to get caught up in sentimental attachments, but it's important to critically evaluate each item's place in your life. If an object genuinely brings you joy or serves a purpose, by all means, keep it.


However, if it's merely adding to the clutter without enhancing your life, consider letting it go guilt-free. For those items that hold memories but not practical value, taking a photo before parting with them can be a helpful compromise, allowing you to preserve the sentiment without the physical burden.


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Tip #3: Team Up for Accountability 

Enlisting a decluttering partner can significantly boost your motivation and accountability, making the process more efficient and enjoyable. Together, create a system of sorting items into "keep," "toss," and "donate" categories, using designated piles or bins for each to streamline the decision-making process.


This collaborative approach not only helps combat the tendency to hoard but also provides an external perspective, often leading to more decisive and effective purging choices.


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Tip #4: Make Decluttering a Habit 

Decluttering and organizing should be viewed as an ongoing process rather than a one-time event, allowing you to maintain a fresh and clutter-free living space year-round. Make it a habit to reassess your belongings periodically, perhaps seasonally or even monthly, to prevent the accumulation of unnecessary items and ensure your space continues to serve your evolving needs.


As you go through this recurring process, take the opportunity to deep clean areas you've decluttered, creating a truly refreshed and revitalized home environment.


Looking for more ways to refresh you space? Read 5 Expert Tips for Personalizing Your Builder-Grade Home.


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As you embark on your decluttering journey this New Year, remember that creating a fresh, organized space is a gift you give yourself –one that can significantly impact your mood, productivity, and overall well-being. By implementing these tips and making decluttering a regular practice, you're setting the stage for a more serene and efficient living environment. 


If you find yourself needing additional guidance or support in paring down your belongings or creating effective organizational systems, don't hesitate to reach out. Together, we can transform your home into a haven of clarity and calm that will make a lasting difference in your daily life.


Warmly,

Amy


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